European Olive 70YY 18/220 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7C7852, estimated 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.
PPG · #7C7852 · 70YY 18/220
European Olive
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
European Olive Technical Profile
HEX Code#7C7852
RGB124, 120, 82
Estimated LRV18.3
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With European Olive
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match European Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to European Olive are Olive Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Olivita by Valspar (a close digital match), Shady Lane by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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