Olive Leaf → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Valspar Olive Leaf (VR093F), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Olive Leaf
If you love Valspar Olive Leaf but need a Sherwin Williams alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Valspar, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Olive Leaf (VR093F) is a medium-dark green with muted olive undertones. A muted olive green. Deeper than Bonsai, more olive than Sparkling Sage. Named for the Mediterranean symbol of peace. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 25) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Olive Leaf and every Sherwin Williams color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Garden Sage (SW 7736) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Garden Sage is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Olive Leaf
Garden Sage is similar.
| Olive Leaf | Garden Sage | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 25 | 30 |
| Hex | #9BA194 | #A5AD9E |
| Undertone | Muted Olive | Garden Sage |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Olive Leaf has muted olive undertones. A muted olive green. Deeper than Bonsai, more olive than Sparkling Sage. Named for the Mediterranean symbol of peace.
Garden Sage has garden sage undertones. A muted garden sage. Named for the herb. More saturated than Sedate Gray, less dark than Chatroom. A warm, organic sage.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Olive Leaf in Your Room
The olive is earthy and natural. In bright rooms, a definite muted green. In dim rooms, a warm gray-green.
Garden Sage in Your Room
The sage is earthy and pleasant. In bright rooms, a definite green. In dim rooms, a warm gray-green.
LRV and Brightness
Olive Leaf has an LRV of 25, while Garden Sage has an LRV of 30. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Olive Leaf
Valspar recommends Olive Leaf for: kitchen, exterior, living room, bedroom, accent wall. With an LRV of 25, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Garden Sage is recommended for: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, exterior, living room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Garden Sage in the same rooms you planned for Olive Leaf.
Olive Leaf in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Olive Leaf (VR093F) is Garden Sage (SW 7736) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Garden Sage is similar. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Olive Leaf is a Valspar color with muted olive undertones and an LRV of 25. Garden Sage is a Sherwin Williams color with garden sage undertones and an LRV of 30. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.