Ref. #838273 · 6001-2B
Smoky Olive
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoky Olive Technical Profile
What color is Smoky Olive? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #838273. Colors similar to Smoky Olive include Benjamin Moore Gunsmith Gray, PPG Autumn Gray, Sherwin-Williams Mountain Road. Smoky Olive has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Smoky Olive 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, Smoky Olive 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 Smoky Olive
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Olive
#838273
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97AA7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky Olive 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 Smoky Olive.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoky Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Olive have?
Smoky Olive by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Smoky Olive from other brands?
The closest matches are Gunsmith Gray by Benjamin Moore (#868475), Autumn Gray by PPG (#817F6E), Mountain Road by Sherwin-Williams (#868578). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smoky Olive?
Smoky Olive has an LRV of 22.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoky Olive's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.