Benjamin Moore Olympus Green 679
| Official page: | Olympus Green 679 |
| Code: | 679 |
| Name: | Olympus Green |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Olympus Green?
Benjamin Moore color 679 Olympus Green exudes a serene and sophisticated aura, adding a touch of refinement to any space. This color pairs elegantly with crisp whites, warm taupes, and earthy browns, creating a harmonious palette that is both calming and inviting. When combined with touches of soft blues and subtle grays, Olympus Green lends a timeless and classy appeal to interiors. The versatility of this color allows it to seamlessly blend with both modern and traditional decor styles. Infuse your space with a sense of tranquility and grace by incorporating Benjamin Moore 679 Olympus Green into your design scheme.
Olympus Green for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Olympus Green for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore Olympus Green reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
Try before you buy

100% accurate
reusable paint samples
Peel, stick,
and repeat
Twice painted
with real paint
Next day
delivery
What are Benjamin Moore Olympus Green undertones?
The undertone of Olympus Green can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#3D585B
RGB code:
61, 88, 91
Is Benjamin Moore Olympus Green 679 cool or warm?
With a hue of 186° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
679 Olympus Green HSL code: 186, 20%, 30%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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.
How light temperature affects Olympus Green
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Olympus Green:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
679
Olympus Green
Darker shades
679
Olympus Green
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Olympus Green with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 6, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.
LRV of Olympus Green
Olympus Green has an LRV of 9.49% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 9.49%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
We have collected almost every possible color code you could ever need. To copy the code, just click the icon to the right of it.
| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #3D585B | |
| RGB Decimal | 61, 88, 91 | |
| RGB Percent | 23.92%, 34.51%, 35.69% | |
| HSV | Hue: 186° Saturation: 32.97% Value: 35.69% | |
| HSL | hsl(186, 20, 30) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 32.97 Magenta: 3.3 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 64.31 | |
| YIQ | Y: 80.269 I: -17.053 Q: -4.778 | |
| XYZ | X: 7.302 Y: 8.726 Z: 11.194 | |
| CIE Lab | L:35.452 a:-9.224 b:-4.983 | |
| CIE Luv | L:35.452 u:-12.82 v:-5.133 | |
| Decimal | 4020315 | |
| Hunter Lab | 29.541, -7.575, -1.789 |
Color equivalents
PPU12-01
Abysse
Behr
CW-575
Everard Blue
Benjamin Moore

HC-133
Yorktowne Green
Benjamin Moore

2136-30
Amazon Green
Benjamin Moore
SW 6223
Still Water
Sherwin Williams

2123-10
Mediterranean Teal
Benjamin Moore

714
Hidden Falls
Benjamin Moore
S440-7
Thermal
Behr

PPU13-19
Observatory
Behr
N430-7
Silken Pine
Behr

MQ6-01
Ocean Abyss
Behr

PPU12-20
Underwater
Behr
MQ6-09
Hostaleaf
Behr

SW 7618
Deep Sea Dive
Sherwin Williams

HC-134
Tarrytown Green
Benjamin Moore

2050-20
Dollar Bill Green
Benjamin Moore

MQ6-02
Walk Me Home
Behr
SW 6229
Tempe Star
Sherwin Williams

HC-158
Newburg Green
Benjamin Moore

HDC-CL-21A
Dark Everglade
Behr














