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Benjamin Moore Mediterranean Olive 2142-10

Mediterranean Olive

Benjamin Moore

2142-10

About Mediterranean Olive by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 10.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #5e5a42

RGB: 94, 90, 66

Hue51°

Saturation18%

Lightness31%

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These are close matches to Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean Olive looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Mediterranean Olive 2142-10 a warm or cool color?
Mediterranean Olive by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Mediterranean Olive?
Mediterranean Olive sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 51°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Mediterranean Olive?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 18%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 31%. Hue is close to 51°. The hex value is #5e5a42. The RGB value is 94, 90, 66.
Is Mediterranean Olive better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Mediterranean Olive has brightness around 10%. 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 Mediterranean Olive?
You can match Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean Olive work best in a home?
Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean Olive compare to a pure white paint?
Mediterranean Olive is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean Olive. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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