Smoky Olive 6001-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #838273, LRV 22 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gunsmith Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #838273 · 6001-2B
Smoky Olive
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoky Olive Technical Profile
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Smoky Olive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoky Olive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSmoky Olive
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGunsmith Gray
Gunsmith Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Autumn Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Mountain Road
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gunsmoke
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Niagara Valley
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lizard Green
Behr
Very similar
Combat Boots
Kilz
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Garden Bench
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Very similar
Greystoke
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smoky Olive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoky Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Olive are Gunsmith Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Autumn Gray by PPG (a near-identical match), Mountain Road by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoky Olive'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 Smoky Olive?
Smoky Olive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.