Olive Grove
Often used for its versatile qualities, Olive Grove remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 5 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#857C5D
LRV
20.22
Olive Grove's Color Strip
Olive Grove is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Lemon Verbena and Edamame. The strip spans from Lemongrass at the lightest end to Messenger Bag at the deepest. Browsing strip 297 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Olive Grove in Real Rooms
Olive Grove has a medium LRV of 20.22 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a misc, living room, kitchen cabinets and kitchen.
1 Misc Photo
In laundry rooms, Olive Grove adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.
A furniture piece finished in Olive Grove demonstrates the color's versatility.
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1 Living Room Photo
In a living room, Olive Grove acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.
Living room walls in Olive Grove ground the space with natural elegance.
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2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Olive Grove cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.
Kitchen cabinets painted Olive Grove provide rich, earthy visual interest.
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Upper cabinets in Olive Grove add depth and character to this kitchen.
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1 Kitchen Photo
The sophisticated undertones of Olive Grove make it an excellent partner for mixed metal finishes. Whether you have a brass faucet and matte black cabinet pulls, or traditional chrome fixtures, this color acts as a neutral mediator that makes the mix look intentional.
The kitchen island in Olive Grove becomes a striking focal point.
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