Ref. #5D583E · 1113-7
Olive Green
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Olive Green Technical Profile
What color is Olive Green? It's a dark warm yellow with the hex code #5D583E. Colors similar to Olive Green include Benjamin Moore Jungle Canopy, Benjamin Moore Mediterranean Olive, Valspar Hyde Park. Olive Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Olive Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Olive Green reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Olive Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Olive Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Olive Green
#5D583E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E7C52
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Olive Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Olive Green 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 Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Olive Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Olive Green have?
Olive Green by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Olive Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Jungle Canopy by Benjamin Moore (#5B5639), Mediterranean Olive by Benjamin Moore (#5F5B43), Hyde Park by Valspar (#59563F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Olive Green?
Olive Green has an LRV of 9.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Olive Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.