Ref. #ADAC7C · DE5529
Stuffed Olive
40%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Stuffed Olive Technical Profile
What color is Stuffed Olive? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #ADAC7C. Colors similar to Stuffed Olive include Sherwin-Williams Ryegrass, Vista Paint Mossy Log, MPC Olive Whip. Stuffed Olive has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Stuffed Olive depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Stuffed Olive reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Stuffed Olive
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stuffed Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stuffed Olive
#ADAC7C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9AAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stuffed Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stuffed 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Stuffed Olive.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stuffed Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stuffed Olive have?
Stuffed Olive by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Stuffed Olive from other brands?
The closest matches are Ryegrass by Sherwin-Williams (#AEAC7A), Mossy Log by Vista Paint (#A8A77B), Olive Whip by MPC (#A9AB80). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Stuffed Olive?
Stuffed Olive has an LRV of 39.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stuffed Olive's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.