Army Green
What Army Green Actually Looks Like
Army Green 2141-30 is a dark, dusty olive that reads more muted than bright. It sits in that range between green and khaki, weighted toward the earth rather than the forest. Because the LRV is very low, it absorbs a lot of light, which makes a room feel more enclosed and intimate. In strong natural light it shows its olive character clearly. In dim or artificial light it can shift toward a flat, almost neutral dark brown-green.
Army Green Undertones
The color carries yellow-green undertones that keep it in olive territory rather than gray-green or sage. Those yellow undertones can warm up in incandescent light and flatten in cool north-facing rooms. It is not a clean green and not a pure khaki. It occupies the middle ground, which is what gives it a utilitarian, grounded quality.
Where Army Green Works Best
This color suits spaces where you want weight and depth. It works on an accent wall, on exterior trim, on front doors, or in a study or library where the enclosed feeling is an asset rather than a liability. It is a strong choice for built-ins, cabinetry, and architectural woodwork. Because it absorbs light aggressively, it is less suited to small rooms without windows or to any space where you need brightness.
Where to put Army Green
The low LRV and muted olive tone make Army Green feel focused and serious in a workspace. Pair it with natural wood furniture and warm white trim to keep the space from feeling heavy.
Used on a single wall behind a sofa or fireplace, it grounds the room without committing fully. A warm cream or off-white on the remaining walls balances the depth.
On exterior woodwork it reads as a classic military olive, especially against brick, stone, or warm tan siding. It holds up well in full sun, where the yellow-green undertone comes forward.
On lower cabinets paired with lighter uppers, Army Green gives a grounded, earthy contrast. Brass or unlacquered bronze hardware reinforces the warm olive character rather than fighting it.
What to Pair With Army Green
No coordinating colors are listed in our database for this color, so the pairings below draw on established color principles for deep muted olives.
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Colors that clash with Army Green
Army Green's yellow-green undertones and cool blue-gray tones pull in opposite directions, and the contrast can read muddy rather than intentional in an open floor plan.
A stark, blue-toned bright white trim can make the olive look dingy by comparison, since the cool white pulls out any gray in the color.
With an LRV this low, a windowless or artificially lit room will feel very dark and potentially oppressive.
Common questions
The Benjamin Moore color code is 2141-30, the hex is #6A6855, and the LRV is 15.39, which is quite dark. Plan your lighting accordingly before committing to full walls.
Yes, it is available in both interior and exterior finishes through Benjamin Moore.
It does. The dark muted olive reads as classic and grounded on a front door, particularly against natural materials like wood, brick, or stone on the facade.
Yes. In a south-facing room with warm daylight, the yellow-green undertones come forward and the color feels more alive. In a north-facing room with cool, indirect light, it can shift toward a flatter, darker neutral and the olive character becomes less obvious.