Tuscan Olive 5004-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #949A84, LRV 31 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mistletoe from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #949A84 · 5004-2A
Tuscan Olive
31%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tuscan Olive Technical Profile
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Tuscan Olive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tuscan Olive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTuscan Olive
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMistletoe
Mistletoe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cypress Garden
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fair Spring
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Shadow Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Pineview
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Eucalyptus Tree
PPG
Nearly identical
Jade Dragon
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Weeping Willow
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wainscot Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tuscan Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tuscan Olive
#949A84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tuscan Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tuscan 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 Tuscan 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.
Tuscan Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tuscan Olive have?
Tuscan Olive by Valspar has a cool (green) 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 Tuscan Olive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tuscan Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tuscan Olive are Mistletoe by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Homestead by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cypress Garden by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tuscan 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 Tuscan Olive?
Tuscan Olive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tuscan Olive's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.