Only Oregano 11-28 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #89876A, LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ripe Olives from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #89876A · 11-28
Only Oregano
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Only Oregano Technical Profile
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Only Oregano in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Only Oregano in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOnly Oregano
Nearly identical
ValsparRipe Olives
Ripe Olives
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tapenade
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Green Scene
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Heuchera Leaf
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Burning Idea
Vista Paint
Very similar
Oregano Spice
Behr
Very similar
Mirrored Willow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Combat Boots
Kilz
Very similar
Yellow Grey
RAL
Very similar
Artichoke
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Only Oregano
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Only Oregano
#89876A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96A97D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Only Oregano
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Only Oregano 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 Only Oregano.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Only Oregano — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Only Oregano have?
Only Oregano by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Only Oregano in your own space before committing.
What colors match Only Oregano from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Only Oregano are Ripe Olives by Valspar (a near-identical match), Tapenade by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Springfield Sage by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Only Oregano'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 Only Oregano?
Only Oregano has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.7, 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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