Olive green was everywhere in the 1970s, paired with harvest gold and burnt orange in homes across America. This fall, olive green's cozy-meets-sophisticated vibe is back in a big way, and our experts at Complete Paint & Supplies couldn't be happier. However, since many homeowners are unsure how to use olive green, we're here to help.
All About Olive Green Benjamin Moore Paint
Olive green's position on the color spectrum is between green and brown. This muted tone combines the calming, natural qualities of both colors for a shade that feels organic and refined.
Benjamin Moore offers a range of olive green paints, including these.
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Mediterranean Olive 2142-10: A saturated traditional olive green.
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Olive Tree 392: Olive green with subtle golden undertones.
- Olive Moss 2147-20: A full-bodied green with golden undertones.
Those are just a sample; we can also show you olive green paints with less saturation and other undertones, like gray. Benjamin Moore also offers less traditional versions of this color.
How To Use Olive Green Paint in Your Home
Olive green paint modernizes living rooms and pairs exceptionally well with cream or warm white trim. Walnut or oak furniture looks stunning against olive green walls, creating a contrast that makes rooms feel polished and inviting. A jute or wool rug underfoot adds just the right amount of texture and coziness to tie everything together.
Bedrooms painted in lighter olive green variations promote restful sleep and work beautifully with natural wood furniture. A soft area rug in warm beige or muted gray will ground the space, allowing the calming olive green to remain the star of the room. Linen bedding in cream or white keeps the look fresh and airy.
Dining rooms can also showcase olive green's sophisticated side, especially when combined with brass fixtures and warm lighting. Kitchen cabinets in this shade create a distinctive look that pairs elegantly with marble countertops and subway tile backsplashes; brass and bronze hardware feature warm metallic notes that enhance the richness of olive green.
Complementary Color Combinations for Olive Green
While pale neutrals like white, gray, beige, and cream partner well with olive green, don't feel the need to stick with those palettes. You can add pops of color: Mix up unsaturated and saturated olive green and different undertones, or go bold in other directions:
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Hale Navy HC-154: Accent paler olive green paint with this richly saturated navy tone.
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Rust 2175-30: We love how this classic rust paint plays with olive green.
- Wild Pink 2080-40: This mid-toned, vibrant pink is a perfect counterpoint for olive green.
We encourage our Petoskey, Michigan, and Harbor Springs, Michigan, clients to think outside the box. Our team can also show you warm gray, terracotta, yellow, burgundy, and brown tones that look stunning with olive green. And if you think these accent colors won't work, wait until you see them in person.
Discover Outstanding Olive Colors From Benjamin Moore Paint
Our paint experts know that choosing the perfect olive green shade and coordinating hues is about more than just picking a color from a chart. We offer color-matching services and look forward to helping with your next project. Complete Paint & Supplies offers Benjamin Moore paint, interior and exterior paint supplies, and equipment. Stop in for a visit or contact us for information in Petoskey, Charlevoix, Boyne City, Harbor Springs, and Cheboygan, MI.