Ancient Olive 6001-3A is a off-white paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DEDECC, estimated LRV 72 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pinch Of Pistachio from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #DEDECC · 6001-3A
Ancient Olive
72%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ancient Olive Technical Profile
HEX Code#DEDECC
RGB222, 222, 204
Estimated LRV72.1
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 Familyoff-white
BrandValspar
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Pinch Of Pistachio
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#DDDDCC
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#DCDDCC
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#DFE0CE
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#E2E2D0
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Sagey
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#E2E2D1
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#DDDCCC
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#D9D9C8
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#E3E1CC
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Salty Air
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#E3E1D1
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Colors That Work With Ancient Olive
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Olive
#DEDECC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancient Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient 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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Ancient Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Olive have?
Ancient Olive by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 Ancient Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ancient Olive are Pinch Of Pistachio by PPG (a close digital match), Desert Springs by Behr (a close digital match), Refined by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ancient 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 Ancient Olive?
Ancient Olive has a estimated lightness value of 72.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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