Ref. #AAAD86 · K-403
Portsmouth Olive
40%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Portsmouth Olive Technical Profile
What color is Portsmouth Olive? It's a medium warm neutral with the hex code #AAAD86. Colors similar to Portsmouth Olive include MPC Olive Whip, Benjamin Moore Grasslands, Benjamin Moore Grasslands. Portsmouth Olive has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Portsmouth Olive depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth Olive
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Portsmouth Olive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Portsmouth Olive
#AAAD86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Portsmouth Olive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth Olive.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Portsmouth Olive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Portsmouth Olive have?
Portsmouth Olive by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Portsmouth Olive from other brands?
The closest matches are Olive Whip by MPC (#A9AB80), Grasslands by Benjamin Moore (#B0B389), Grasslands by Benjamin Moore (#B0B389). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Portsmouth Olive?
Portsmouth Olive has an LRV of 40.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Portsmouth Olive's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.