Olive Green 90YY 15/147 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6C6E55, estimated LRV 15 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tarragon from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #6C6E55 · 90YY 15/147
Olive Green
15%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Olive Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#6C6E55
RGB108, 110, 85
Estimated LRV15.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Tarragon
Valspar
#6B6D55
Close digital match
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#6C7059
Close digital match
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#676B55
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#65684C
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#757760
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Colors That Work With Olive Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Olive Green
#6C6E55
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#779462
Trim & Molding
Digital 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
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Olive Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Olive Green have?
Olive Green by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Olive Green are Tarragon by Valspar (a close digital match), Moss Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Reed Green by RAL (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Olive Green'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 Green?
Olive Green has a estimated lightness value of 15.0, 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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