ColorplanBenjamin Moore Martini Olive (CSP-890) is a mid-tone yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 45. For trim, try Ancient Ivory (OC-133).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 45.2 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #BAB761 |
| RGB | 186, 183, 97 |
| HSL | 58°, 39%, 55% |
About Martini Olive
Martini Olive (CSP-890) is a mid-tone, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 45, Martini Olive has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Martini Olive's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. Next to Split Pea (2146-30), it's lighter and cooler.
How Martini Olive changes with the light
Martini Olive has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Martini Olive's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Martini Olive will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Martini Olive can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Martini Olive will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Martini Olive in real homes
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Martini Olive equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 13.2
Also close: Whole Wheat (ΔE 13.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.9
Also close: Gervase Yellow (ΔE 9.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 9.0
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 10.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Martini Olive questions
What undertone does Martini Olive have?
Martini Olive has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Martini Olive's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Martini Olive a light or dark color?
Martini Olive has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 45.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 45, Martini Olive has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Martini Olive in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 13.2); Farrow & Ball: Churlish Green No.251 (closest available, ΔE 6.9); Behr: Back to Nature S340-4 (closest available, ΔE 9.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Martini Olive?
Try Ancient Ivory (OC-133) on trim and Simply White (OC-117) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Martini Olive's undertone.
Where does Martini Olive work best?
Martini Olive works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 45, Martini Olive has visible color without darkening a room much.
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