Pale Sagebrush ECC-38-1 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D3D1B9, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Sage from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D3D1B9 · ECC-38-1
Pale Sagebrush
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pale Sagebrush Technical Profile
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Pale Sagebrush in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Sagebrush in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPale Sagebrush
Nearly identical
PPGSilver Sage
Silver Sage
PPG
Nearly identical
Olive White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spa
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Acanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nourish .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Montezuma
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sand Castle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spooky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Silver Fern
Kilz
Very similar
Porcelain Slip
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Eddy
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Sagebrush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Sagebrush
#D3D1B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Sagebrush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Sagebrush 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 Pale Sagebrush.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Sagebrush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Sagebrush have?
Pale Sagebrush by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pale Sagebrush in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Sagebrush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Sagebrush are Silver Sage by PPG (a near-identical match), With A Twist by PPG (a near-identical match), Olive White by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pale Sagebrush'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 Pale Sagebrush?
Pale Sagebrush has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Sagebrush's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.