Olive paint colors
More olive shades
1 variantsDrill into shade variants — modifier-specific bands (light, deep, muted) and named in-between shades each link to their own hub with cross-brand matches.
Olive at every US brand
1 brands · 5 picks each5 picks per brand spread across the LRV range, drawn from each brand's full olive lineup. Tap any swatch for its single-color spec; tap the brand title for the brand's complete deck.
Behr
About olive
Olive is a yellow-green that reads earthy and grounded — the masculine cousin of sage. The yellow undertone keeps it from feeling cold, but heavy shadow can push it toward brown. Mid-LRV makes it work as either a deep neutral or a moody accent, depending on the room's light.
Use it on studies, dens, kitchen cabinets, and exterior siding on Craftsman homes. Pair with walnut, brass, leather, and warm whites — grey trim kills it. Designer alternatives: BM Tate Olive, SW Rosemary, F&B Olive.