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A match of Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush reads as a light, muted olive with beige and gray influence. The low chroma keeps it subdued, while the yellow-green bias gives it a warm, earthy cast rather than a clean green. Its LRV of 53.04 places it in a mid-light range that does not read overly dark on smaller parts.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Benjamin Moore color reference can be used on vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, railings, brackets, shelf supports, mailboxes, PVC trim pieces, hardware, and small furniture accents. This restrained olive tone is often chosen for parts that need to coordinate with surrounding painted surfaces without drawing extra attention, especially on metal, plastic, wood, and previously coated items after proper preparation.

Because the color is relatively muted, it usually does not present the same hide challenges as a vivid accent color, but coverage can still vary with substrate color, texture, and prep. A dark, uneven, or glossy base may show through more readily on the first coats, and sheen level can change how green or beige the color appears. For exterior use, film build and finish can also shift the perceived depth of the olive tone.

Similar colors:

GNE-121 Olive Brush
OR-302 Normandy Beach
2142-50 Gray Mirage

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About Benjamin Moore Paints

Benjamin Moore has set the standard for excellence with their large selection of authentic colors such as the Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ COE-121 Olive Brush *

How do I confirm Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush before ordering a MyPerfectColor match?

Confirm the target color from a physical swatch, a known existing painted part, or another reliable color reference from Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush. Do not rely on a screen image alone, since displays can shift the color.

MyPerfectColor matches to the selected Benjamin Moore color reference, so the most important ordering step is making sure COE-121 Olive Brush is the exact color you want matched before you place the order.

Can Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush be ordered as MyPerfectColor custom spray paint for trim or hardware?

Yes. A match of Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush can be ordered as MyPerfectColor custom spray paint for small parts and awkward items where spraying is easier than brushing.

That can include trim details, vents, pipes, railings, hardware, fixtures, accessories, and removable pieces that need to coordinate with a known Benjamin Moore color. For these projects, MyPerfectColor is supplying its own paint matched to COE-121 Olive Brush, not the original Benjamin Moore paint product.

What prep should I use before spraying Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush on metal or over an old coating?

Clean the surface first, remove grease or contamination, and scuff sound old coatings so the new paint has a better surface to grip. If there is rust, loose paint, or failing coating, those areas should be addressed before painting.

With metal and existing coatings, the condition of the surface can change the final look of Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush. Gloss, texture, and aging on the old coating can all affect how the matched paint reads after application, so a test on the actual item is a good idea when the result matters.

How do I choose a finish for Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush in MyPerfectColor paint?

Choose the finish based on how the item will be used, how much cleaning it needs, and how reflective you want the finished surface to be. Glossier finishes usually wipe clean more easily and can be better for handled parts, while flatter finishes tend to reduce reflectivity and can be more forgiving of surface flaws.

Keep in mind that the same Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush color can look different in different finishes. If the item will sit next to an existing painted surface, the sheen choice can be just as important as the color match.

Will Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush adhere to plastic parts, and should I use primer?

Plastics vary a lot, so it is best to test on the actual material before doing the full job. MyPerfectColor spray paint adheres well to most plastics, but slick or low-energy surfaces can benefit from better prep and primer.

Using the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel can improve adhesion on difficult plastic parts. If the item is a cover, grille, housing, or accessory made from unknown plastic, a test area is the safest way to confirm the result before you coat the full piece.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush?
The RGB values for Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush are 199, 193, 173 and the HEX code is #C7C1AD. The LRV for Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush is 53.04. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What is spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush made of? And how much area will one can cover?

MyPerfectColor spray paint is a fast-drying durable acrylic enamel coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray can will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

Is Benjamin Moore Paint used to make Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush?

No, MyPerfectColor uses a combination of proprietary ingredients to make interior and exterior housepaints, its own line of custom spray paint, and other acrylic enamel based products.

Can I buy Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush locally?
You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush in a variety of paint types, but we are not able to comment on what other suppliers can provide. MyPerfectColor is not just working off a formula in a database - we compare every batch against the original color to verify the color accuracy. MyPerfectColor has extensive color matching capabilities and more than ten times the number of pigments available to a typical paint store.
How do I convert Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Benjamin Moore COE-121 Olive Brush in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.