Behr Grounded: A Complete Color Review

Looking for the perfect mossy olive paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Behr Grounded and if it might be right for your home!

Olive green is such a stunning choice if you want something timeless but trendy, earthy but moody.

It’s one of those shades that just works. Neutral yet colorful. Classic yet modern.

If you’re stuck choosing a green, I think you’ll love Behr Grounded, 2027 Color of the Year.

Deep greens like Grounded are dark enough to act like a neutral but bold enough to make a statement. Pair it with other deep shades for a dramatic look or soften it with light tones. The possibilities are endless!

Let’s take a closer look at Behr Grounded and why this Color of the Year might be the perfect green for your home.

Grounded, Behr, T27-01

Grounded is a soft, moody mossy olive green with earthy brown undertones. It feels fresh and organic while adding a dose of moodiness.

Color Family

Grounded is in the green family.

Light Reflectance Value

11

Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.

With an LRV of 11, Grounded is on the darker side.

If your room has low lighting, it will feel rich and cocooning. If your space gets a lot of natural light, it will brighten up a bit but still stay deep and moody.

RGB Colors

R: 94 G: 92 B: 80

RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!

Hex Code

#5E5C50

Undertones

Grounded is a mossy olive with earthy brown and subtle yellow undertones.

If your room gets a lot of natural light, especially from the south, you’ll notice more of Grounded's warmth. It can look a bit cozier and slightly more golden or brown.

In a north facing or dim space, Grounded will read deeper and slightly moodier. It stays green, though. It's not dark enough to turn black.

Best uses

I love Grounded love for creating a cozy, inviting feel. Here are some of my favorite ways to use it:

• Interior or exterior doors: A great way to add character without overwhelming a space.
• Exterior accents: Perfect for siding, shutters, doors, or even a fence. It gives such a timeless, nature-inspired look.
• Bedrooms, living rooms, or dens: Use it on an accent wall or go all in for a warm and sophisticated space.
• Fireplace surrounds: A gorgeous, dramatic statement.
• Built-in shelving: Instantly makes any built-in feel custom and high-end.

Similar Colors

• Behr Night Mission
• Sherwin Williams Hidden Trail
• Benjamin Moore Aegean Olive
• Behr Fig Tree
• Sherwin Williams Garden Gate
• Benjamin Moore Dark Olive
• Behr Mountain Olive

Coordinating Colors

Grounded is easy to work with, pairing nicely with a variety of color palettes. I like to use Grounded with other earthy tones such as mid to light greens, grays, browns, blues, soft whites, beiges, and blacks.

Grounded also looks great with sunny yellows, dusty pinks, and muddy oranges.

Behr's Color Trends 2027 palette includes a variety of colors that pair well with Grounded. The palette includes:

Blues and greens:

• Denim Light
• Fresh Tone
• Blue Moon Bay
• Hidden Gem
• Laurel Tree

Dusty warm tones:

• Sedona PInk
• Cocoa Nutmeg
• Tuscan Terra
• Smokey Claret
• Introspective

Neutrals:

• Sarsaparilla
• Ancient Root
• Nightfall
• Coastal Beige
• Hayloft

Trim Colors

Because Grounded is a warm green, I recommend pairing it with soft white trim. This creates a clean and elegant look.

Soft white trim colors:

• Sherwin Williams Alabaster
• Benjamin Moore White Dove
• Behr Cameo White

FAQS

Here are some common frequently asked questions about Grounded.

WHat is Behr's 2027 Color of the Year?

Behr's 2027 Color of the Year is Grounded, soft, moody mossy olive green with earthy brown undertones.

Is Behr Grounded warm or cool?

Behr Grounded is a warm paint color.

WHat color trim with Behr GroundeD?

Because Grounded is a warm green, I recommend pairing it with soft white trim. My favorite soft whites for trim include Behr Cameo White, SW Alabaster, and BM White Dove.

Does Behr Grounded go with Behr Hidden Gem?

Yes! Behr Grounded (2027 Color of the Year) pairs beautifully with Behr Hidden Gem (2026 Color of the Year). In fact, Hidden Gem was included in Behr's Color Trends 2027 palette alongside Grounded.

Both are dark, earthy tones that add a sense of calm and peace with a dash of drama. Swatch them together and see what you think!

Where should you use Behr Grounded, Color of the Year?

As a dark, green paint color, Behr Grounded can be used as a bold pop of color or as a timeless, subtle hue.

You can color drench a space by painting the walls, ceiling, and even trim for a dramatic, cozy look. This works beautifully in a bedroom, living room, or den.

Or if you want to use Grounded as more of an accent color, try it on a fireplace, built-ins, kitchen cabinets, doors, shutters, or even furniture.

Can you pair Behr Grounded with other greens?

Yes, Grounded can look great with other greens as long as there is some contrast. Lighter greens keep the combination from blending too much.

A few nice options are Environmental, Laurel Tree, and Hidden Gem. Testing them together in your space will help you see if the mix works for you.

What's the difference: BEhr grounded vs Fig Tree?

Behr Grounded and Fig Tree are very similar dark olive greens.

Both have an LRV of 11 so neither is lighter or darker than the other. Both are dark!

While they have similar undertones, Grounded is a bit more brown / orange and Fig Tree slightly more yellow.

Lastly, Grounded is more muted and Fig Tree more saturated.

Since these two are pretty similar, it's helpful to swatch them side by side. Then you can see which one feels right in your space.

What's the difference: BEhr grounded vs Mountain Olive?

Behr Grounded and Mountain Olive are olive greens that share many similarities.

While they have similar undertones, Grounded leans more brown / orange and Mountain Olive more yellow.

Grounded is ever so slightly darker than Mountain Olive. Both are dark.

Grounded is more muted and Mountain Olive is more saturated.

If you’re torn between the two, try swatching them side by side to see which one feels right in your space.

Thanks for reading!