Olive White 6005-3A is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CFCFB6, estimated LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Acanthus from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CFCFB6 · 6005-3A
Olive White
61%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Olive White Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFCFB6
RGB207, 207, 182
Estimated LRV61.3
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 Familyyellow
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Olive White
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Olive White
#CFCFB6
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 Olive White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Olive White 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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Olive White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Olive White have?
Olive White by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Olive White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Olive White are Acanthus by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Juniper Berry Sage by PPG (a close digital match), Only Olive by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Olive White'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 White?
Olive White has a estimated lightness value of 61.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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