Ref. #626054 · 6001-2C
Olive Smudge
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Olive Smudge Technical Profile
What color is Olive Smudge? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #626054. Colors similar to Olive Smudge include Benjamin Moore Mohegan Sage, Vista Paint Serpentine, PPG Plunge Pool. Olive Smudge has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Olive Smudge creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Olive Smudge pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Olive Smudge
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Olive Smudge from other brands?
The closest matches are Mohegan Sage by Benjamin Moore (#605F51), Serpentine by Vista Paint (#605F51), Plunge Pool by PPG (#656457). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Olive Smudge?
Olive Smudge has an LRV of 11.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.