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Benjamin Moore Dark Olive 2140-30

Dark Olive

Benjamin Moore

2140-30

About Dark Olive by Benjamin Moore

Dark Olive 2140-30 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 12% and hue near 64° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 11.9%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #616253

RGB: 97, 98, 83

Hue64°

Saturation8%

Lightness36%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Dark Olive from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Dark Olive looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Dark Olive 2140-30 a warm or cool color?
Dark Olive by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Dark Olive?
Dark Olive sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 64°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dark Olive?
Brightness is about 12%. Saturation is around 8%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 36%. Hue is close to 64°. The hex value is #616253. The RGB value is 97, 98, 83.
Is Dark Olive better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dark Olive has brightness around 12%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Dark Olive?
You can match Dark Olive with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Dark Olive work best in a home?
Dark Olive works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Dark Olive compare to a pure white paint?
Dark Olive is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Dark Olive in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Dark Olive in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Dark Olive. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Dark Olive. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.