Golden Sage QE-36 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AD9C74, estimated LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunbaked Adobe from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #AD9C74 · QE-36
Golden Sage
34%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Sage Technical Profile
HEX Code#AD9C74
RGB173, 156, 116
Estimated LRV33.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Golden Sage
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Sage
#AD9C74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden 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
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Golden Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Sage have?
Golden Sage by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Golden Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Sage are Sunbaked Adobe by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Olive Twig by PPG (a close digital match), Sweet Lemon Basil by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden Sage's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Golden Sage?
Golden Sage has a estimated lightness value of 33.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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