Ref. #6E694B · MP12457
Tuscan Olive
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tuscan Olive Technical Profile
What color is Tuscan Olive? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #6E694B. Colors similar to Tuscan Olive include PPG Olive Orchard, Kilz Anchorage Jacket, Behr Butternut Wood. Tuscan Olive has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Tuscan Olive creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Tuscan Olive pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Tuscan Olive
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tuscan Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tuscan Olive
#6E694B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D8E5E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tuscan Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tuscan 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Tuscan Olive.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tuscan Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tuscan Olive have?
Tuscan Olive by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Tuscan Olive from other brands?
The closest matches are Olive Orchard by PPG (#6E6A4C), Anchorage Jacket by Kilz (#6F6A49), Butternut Wood by Behr (#6D6A4A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tuscan Olive?
Tuscan Olive has an LRV of 13.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Tuscan Olive's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.