Vintage Olive 50YY 26/289 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9B8D59, estimated LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Swamp Grass from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #9B8D59 · 50YY 26/289
Vintage Olive
27%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Vintage Olive Technical Profile
HEX Code#9B8D59
RGB155, 141, 89
Estimated LRV26.7
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Vintage Olive
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vintage Olive
#9B8D59
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DA97E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vintage Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vintage Olive 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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Vintage Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vintage Olive have?
Vintage Olive by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Vintage Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vintage Olive are Swamp Grass by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Serpentine by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Sabo Garden by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Vintage Olive'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 Vintage Olive?
Vintage Olive has a estimated lightness value of 26.7, 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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