Portsmouth Olive 7784 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #AAAD86, LRV 40 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grasslands from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AAAD86 · 7784
Portsmouth Olive
40%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Portsmouth Olive Technical Profile
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Portsmouth Olive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Portsmouth Olive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintPortsmouth Olive
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGrasslands
Grasslands
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Majolica Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
That'S Atomic
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Backwoods
Valspar
Very similar
Verde Tortuga
Behr
Very similar
Rosemary Plant
Kilz
Very similar
Envy
PPG
Very similar
Rediscover
Hirshfield's
Very similar
New Crop
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Glass .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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.
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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 sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Portsmouth Olive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Portsmouth Olive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Portsmouth Olive are Grasslands by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Majolica Green by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Dill Weed by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth Olive?
Portsmouth Olive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.2, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Portsmouth Olive's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.