Ref. #8C8A5B · K-409
Aged Olive
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Aged Olive Technical Profile
What color is Aged Olive? It's a deep cool yellow with the hex code #8C8A5B. Colors similar to Aged Olive include Benjamin Moore Nature's Reflection, Valspar Green Jalapeño, Dunn-Edwards Woodland Walk. Aged Olive has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Aged Olive depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Aged Olive reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Aged Olive
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aged Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aged Olive
#8C8A5B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FA476
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aged Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aged 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Aged Olive.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aged Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aged Olive have?
Aged Olive by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Aged Olive from other brands?
The closest matches are Nature's Reflection by Benjamin Moore (#8B895E), Green Jalapeño by Valspar (#858757), Woodland Walk by Dunn-Edwards (#8B8D63). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Aged Olive?
Aged Olive has an LRV of 24.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aged Olive's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.