If you’re on the lookout for a bold yet subtle paint color for your interior decor, then chances are that you’ve been considering going with olive green.
Olive green is one of the most stylish paint colors that you can choose, and it acts as a great color for accent walls too.
The only issue however, is that because it’s become so popular in recent years, this means that there’s a whole host of different colors to sift through, and this can be a bit of a task if you don’t understand the tonal values of the paint.
Don’t worry though, because that’s where we come in. Below, we’ve compiled a list of some of the very best olive green paint colors in action (see also “Best Terra Cotta Paint Colors“).
We provide a description of each, along with providing some suggestions here and there, of where we think they may be best suited.
If you want to find some fantastic olive green paint colors to fill your home (see also “Best Sage Green Paint Colors“), simply keep reading below, as we take a closer look.
1. Vintage Vogue By Benjamin Moore
Now, when we first think of olive, this is truly the first color that springs to mind. It is the very definition of olive, and is great for creating statement walls.
Vintage Vogue lives up to its name, and it’s great for creating a stylish, old fashioned, antique feel in your living space.
We think that in terms of decor, this paint color would work particularly well with dark wood furniture, which helps to add to the vibe of the room.
It’s great for pulling separate pieces together too, so if you have a bit of a mish mash of different colors in the space, this one can really help to bind them together.
We’d also say that even though this is one of the bolder olive colors on our list, it can actually be considered as a neutral paint choice too. It works well if you want to create a stylishly simplistic feel in your living space.
Finally, Vintage Vogue also works really well as a background for a gallery wall, and really brings out your photos in a vibrant way.
2. Verdigris By Benjamin Moore
Another olive painting by Benjamin Moore? That’s right, this paint company is one of the very best when it comes to stylish yet neutral paint shades, and we’d like to recommend this one called Verdigris.
If you’re looking for a paint color that will act perfectly as a wall covering, then we’d recommend this shade. It also works really well if you want to highlight the architectural trim of a room, and really make it stand out in a stylish manner.
This paint color was created from the oxidation of copper and brass, which means that it contains warmer tones underneath, that can help to brighten up your living space during the daytime.
It’s an incredibly soft color, and works really well in beach homes, or just paired with some white, neutral furniture pieces, which help to give it a clean look.
This is truly one of the most relaxing colors on our list, and as a result, we think that it would work incredibly well in a study, or a larger living room or lounge.
3. Green Smoke By Farrow And Ball
If you’re on the lookout for an olive color that truly stands out, then we’d recommend this one titled ‘Green Smoke’, by Farrow and Ball.
This paint color is truly divine, and can help to give a natural element to your home. It’s one of the ‘greenest’ olive colors on our list, and is great for giving your home an earthy, vintage air.
It’s an incredibly diverse paint color, and can be used either for the entire room, or merely as an accent wall. Despite the fact that it’s a stand out paint color, it does bring out and compliment other items in the room too.
If you’re looking for some other paint colors to pair this one with, then we’d recommend going for similar, earthy colors (see also “Best Green-Gray Paint Colors“). Mustard, navy, copper, burgundy, and plum are all fantastic furniture options.
4. Bancha By Farrow And Ball
If you’re looking for something that’s a little bit more subtle, but still stands out from the crowd, then we’d recommend taking a look at this color called ‘Bancha’ by Farrow and Ball.
If Farrow and Ball know how to do anything right, it is how to create the perfect neutral shades of green.
This one, for example, works really well in spaces that have a lot of light coming through, as it provides some warm undertones that are beautiful for living spaces.
If, however, you’d like to put Bancha in a darker room, that’s completely possible too, and it’s great for creating a dramatic and moody look that works well in studies.
We think that this one pairs particularly well with both dark and light wood, depending on the look you want to achieve.
Final Thoughts
To sum up, there are a whole host of different olive paint colors on the market. The one that you choose will be completely dependent on the space you’re working with, whether you’re looking for full coverage or an accent wall, and how much light you have.
Make sure that you purchase samples first, and see which one works best for you and your home.
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