Antique Olive 70YY 21/210 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #86825D, estimated LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Martini Olive from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #86825D · 70YY 21/210
Antique Olive
22%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Antique Olive Technical Profile
HEX Code#86825D
RGB134, 130, 93
Estimated LRV21.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#84825A
Close digital match
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Benjamin Moore
#838058
Close digital match
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#81825F
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Colors That Work With Antique Olive
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Olive
#86825D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90A274
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique 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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Antique Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Olive have?
Antique Olive by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Antique Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Antique Olive are Martini Olive by Behr (a close digital match), Chopped Dill by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Taffeta Sheen by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Antique 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 Antique Olive?
Antique Olive has a estimated lightness value of 21.8, 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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