European Olive 70YY 18/220 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7C7852, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olive Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7C7852 · 70YY 18/220
European Olive
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
European Olive Technical Profile
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European Olive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to European Olive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGEuropean Olive
Nearly identical
RALOlive Grey
Olive Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Olivita
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shady Lane
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Meadowland
Behr
Nearly identical
Edamame
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bonsai
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Chocolate Velvet
Vista Paint
Very similar
June Moss
Kilz
Very similar
Dibber
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sonata
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ripened Avocado
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With European Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
European Olive
#7C7852
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859A67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for European Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
European 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to European 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.
European Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does European Olive have?
European Olive by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample European Olive in your own space before committing.
What colors match European Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to European Olive are Olive Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Olivita by Valspar (a near-identical match), Shady Lane by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting European 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 European Olive?
European Olive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.3, 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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