Olive Brown (1111185) - Dulux Paints Colour Shade Card

Your Guide to Olive Brown (1111185)

Olive Brown (1111185) is a deep warm neutral shade by Dulux - a deep tone that's best saved for a feature wall rather than the whole room. The warm undertone means it settles best next to warm whites and natural timber.

Best Spaces for Olive Brown

• Feature and accent walls: one wall in a bold shade gives a room a strong focal point.
• Whole-home walls and hallways: a warm neutral flows well between rooms and feels welcoming.
• Reading rooms and studies: a darker wrap makes these rooms feel snug and easy to focus in.
• Home theatres and TV rooms: deep colours cut screen glare and make the space feel immersive.

What Goes With Olive Brown

Planning colours across the home? Treat Olive Brown as a feature against paler walls and add:

• White and ivory - for a soft, layered neutral.
• Muted green or blue - for a gentle colour lift.
• Deeper taupe or brown - as a grounding accent.

Threading one pairing from space to space keeps everything looking deliberate.

Light and the Right Finish

In different light: Olive Brown shows its depth in good light but can flatten in a dim room, so keep it where light is strong.

Best finish: A flat matt finish shows it at its richest and suits feature walls; use a washable soft-sheen in kitchens and bathrooms.

Before You Start

Check a tester patch morning and evening, as warm neutral shifts with the light in a room. Deep colours read best with two coats over a tinted basecoat.