Sage Wisdom MQ6-27 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #ACA995, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Scottish Moor from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ACA995 · MQ6-27
Sage Wisdom
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sage Wisdom Technical Profile
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Sage Wisdom in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sage Wisdom in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSage Wisdom
Nearly identical
PPGScottish Moor
Scottish Moor
PPG
Nearly identical
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Historic Shade
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Historic Shade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
River Birch
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cheyenne Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Svelte Sage
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Green Turquoise
Valspar
Very similar
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Almost Sage
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sage Wisdom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sage Wisdom
#ACA995
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sage Wisdom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sage Wisdom 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 Sage Wisdom.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sage Wisdom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sage Wisdom have?
Sage Wisdom by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sage Wisdom in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sage Wisdom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sage Wisdom are Scottish Moor by PPG (a near-identical match), Greywood by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Whispering Willow by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sage Wisdom'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 Sage Wisdom?
Sage Wisdom has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sage Wisdom's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.