Ref. #8B886A · 6005-4B
Ripe Olives
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ripe Olives Technical Profile
What color is Ripe Olives? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #8B886A. Colors similar to Ripe Olives include PPG Only Oregano, MPC Soft Olive Met., MPC Seventies Avocado Stove. Ripe Olives has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Ripe Olives 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, Ripe Olives 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 Ripe Olives
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ripe Olives
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ripe Olives
#8B886A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#98A97F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ripe Olives
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ripe Olives 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 Ripe Olives.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ripe Olives — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ripe Olives have?
Ripe Olives by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ripe Olives from other brands?
The closest matches are Only Oregano by PPG (#89876A), Soft Olive Met. by MPC (#8D8A68), Seventies Avocado Stove by MPC (#878666). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ripe Olives?
Ripe Olives has an LRV of 24.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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