Avocado 2861 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #857C5D, LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olive Wood from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #857C5D · 2861
Avocado
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Avocado Technical Profile
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Avocado in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Avocado in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAvocado
Nearly identical
KilzOlive Wood
Olive Wood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Smoke Bush
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Land Before Time
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Land Before Time
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Meadowland
Behr
Very similar
Dibber
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Greek Oregano
Valspar
Very similar
Denali Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Castle Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hindu Lotus
PPG
Very similar
Olive Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Avocado
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Avocado
#857C5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95A273
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Avocado
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Avocado 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Avocado.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Avocado — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Avocado have?
Avocado by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Avocado in your own space before committing.
What colors match Avocado from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Avocado are Olive Wood by Kilz (a near-identical match), Grape Arbor by Kilz (a near-identical match), Smoke Bush by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Avocado'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 Avocado?
Avocado has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Avocado's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.