Mediterranean Olive 2142-10 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #5F5B43, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olive Green from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F5B43 · 2142-10
Mediterranean Olive
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mediterranean Olive Technical Profile
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Mediterranean Olive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mediterranean Olive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMediterranean Olive
Nearly identical
PPGOlive Green
Olive Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Crushed Oregano
Behr
Nearly identical
Olive Court
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Amazon Silt
Valspar
Nearly identical
African Queen
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
African Queen
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tea Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Warmed Olive
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Garden Gate
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Glass .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mediterranean Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mediterranean Olive
#5F5B43
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#718055
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mediterranean Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mediterranean Olive Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Mediterranean Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mediterranean Olive have?
Mediterranean Olive by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mediterranean Olive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mediterranean Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mediterranean Olive are Olive Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Crushed Oregano by Behr (a near-identical match), Olive Court by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mediterranean Olive's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Mediterranean Olive?
Mediterranean Olive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Mediterranean Olive's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.