Olive Gray 1027-4 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AFA78D, estimated LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clarksville Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AFA78D · 1027-4
Olive Gray
39%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Olive Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#AFA78D
RGB175, 167, 141
Estimated LRV38.7
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 Familybeige
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Olive Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Olive Gray
#AFA78D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Olive Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Olive Gray 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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Olive Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Olive Gray have?
Olive Gray by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Olive Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Olive Gray are Clarksville Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Transitional Tan by Valspar (a close digital match), Meditation by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Olive Gray'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 Olive Gray?
Olive Gray has a estimated lightness value of 38.7, 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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