Ref. #8EB48A · N390-4
Bitter Sage
34%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Bitter Sage Technical Profile
What color is Bitter Sage? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #8EB48A. Colors similar to Bitter Sage include MPC Mint Green Met., Valspar Green Goddess, PPG Chatty Cricket. Bitter Sage has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Bitter Sage depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Bitter Sage
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bitter Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bitter Sage
#8EB48A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD95
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bitter Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bitter Sage Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Bitter Sage.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bitter Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bitter Sage have?
Bitter Sage by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Bitter Sage from other brands?
The closest matches are Mint Green Met. by MPC (#90B58D), Green Goddess by Valspar (#8DB285), Chatty Cricket by PPG (#89B386). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bitter Sage?
Bitter Sage has an LRV of 34.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bitter Sage's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.