Olive Suede 6010-3 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #524F45, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tavern Charcoal from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #524F45 · 6010-3
Olive Suede
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Olive Suede Technical Profile
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Olive Suede in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Olive Suede in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparOlive Suede
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTavern Charcoal
Tavern Charcoal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Renwick Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Underground
Behr
Nearly identical
Roycroft Bronze Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ironside
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Moss Glen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Terra Pin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Licorice
PPG
Very similar
Binoculars
Kilz
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Tarpaulin Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Olive Suede
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Olive Suede
#524F45
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E7951
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Olive Suede
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Olive Suede 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 Suede.
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 Suede — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Olive Suede have?
Olive Suede by Valspar has a neutral 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 Suede in your own space before committing.
What colors match Olive Suede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Olive Suede are Tavern Charcoal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Renwick Brown by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Underground by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Olive Suede'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 Suede?
Olive Suede has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.8, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Olive Suede's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.