Artichoke Leaf 70YY 34/180 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A6A281, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eastlake Olive from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6A281 · 70YY 34/180
Artichoke Leaf
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Artichoke Leaf Technical Profile
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Artichoke Leaf in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Artichoke Leaf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGArtichoke Leaf
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsEastlake Olive
Eastlake Olive
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Green Sprout
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dusty Olive
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dried Rosemary
Behr
Nearly identical
Thicket
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Expedition
Kilz
Nearly identical
French Pear
Vista Paint
Very similar
French Pear
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Yellow Sage
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Artichoke Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Artichoke Leaf
#A6A281
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Artichoke Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Artichoke Leaf 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 PPG Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Artichoke Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Artichoke Leaf have?
Artichoke Leaf by PPG 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 Artichoke Leaf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Artichoke Leaf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Artichoke Leaf are Eastlake Olive by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Green Sprout by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dusty Olive by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Artichoke Leaf'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 Artichoke Leaf?
Artichoke Leaf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Why Artichoke Leaf's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.