Olive Smudge 6001-2C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #626054, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mohegan Sage from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #626054 · 6001-2C
Olive Smudge
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Olive Smudge Technical Profile
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Olive Smudge in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Olive Smudge in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparOlive Smudge
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMohegan Sage
Mohegan Sage
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Serpentine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plunge Pool
PPG
Nearly identical
Serpentine
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cast Iron
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
English Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Espalier
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Umber
Kilz
Very similar
Landmark Brown
Behr
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Olive Smudge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Olive Smudge
#626054
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B8C5D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Olive Smudge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Olive Smudge 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Olive Smudge.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Olive Smudge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Olive Smudge have?
Olive Smudge by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Olive Smudge in your own space before committing.
What colors match Olive Smudge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Olive Smudge are Mohegan Sage by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Serpentine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Plunge Pool by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Olive Smudge'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 Smudge?
Olive Smudge has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Olive Smudge's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.