Benjamin Moore Olivetone 252

Official color page:Olivetone 252
Color code:252
Color name:Olivetone
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Olivetone?

Step into a world of sophistication and tranquility with Benjamin Moore 252, Olivetone. This elegant shade effortlessly blends earthy green undertones with a touch of timeless charm, creating a inviting ambiance in any space. Ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, and home offices, Olivetone adds a sense of serenity and balance to the room. Paired with warm neutrals or cool blues, this versatile color code 252 elevates the decor and brings a sense of harmony to your interiors. Unleash the beauty of nature indoors with Olivetone, Benjamin Moore's perfect shade for creating a cozy and peaceful retreat.

What are Benjamin Moore Olivetone undertones?

Red is Benjamin Moore Olivetone undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#967E4E

RGB code:

150, 126, 78

Is Benjamin Moore Olivetone 252 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 40° this Yellow refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

252 Olivetone HSL code: 40, 32%, 45%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Yellow will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Yellow undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Olivetone:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Olivetone 252 vs Valley Forge Brown HC-74

Wondering how these two paint colors differ? Let us help you choose the perfect paint color for your home with our comparison.

Benjamin Moore Olivetone 252 vs Benjamin Moore Valley Forge Brown HC-74Open Olivetone 252
LRV: 21.68%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 17.88%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: warm