Olive Gray 1027-4 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AFA78D, 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.
Ref. #AFA78D · 1027-4
Olive Gray
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Olive Gray Technical Profile
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Olive Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Olive Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOlive Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreClarksville Gray
Clarksville Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Transitional Tan
Valspar
Nearly identical
Northgate Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Travertine Path
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Historic Shade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Over The Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Svelte Sage
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Khaki
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Olive Gray
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Olive Gray.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Olive Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Olive Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Olive Gray are Clarksville Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Transitional Tan by Valspar (a near-identical match), Meditation by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Olive Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.