Sage Wisdom MQ6-27 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #ACA995, estimated 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.
Behr · #ACA995 · MQ6-27
Sage Wisdom
39%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sage Wisdom Technical Profile
HEX Code#ACA995
RGB172, 169, 149
Estimated LRV39.3
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Sage Wisdom
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Scottish Moor
PPG
#ADAA96
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Greywood
Dutch Boy
#ABA793
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#ABA68F
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Hirshfield's
#ADA791
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River Birch
Dunn-Edwards
#ADA791
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Cheyenne Green
Benjamin Moore
#B0AC94
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Stone .05
Colorhouse
#AAA593
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Svelte Sage
Sherwin-Williams
#B2AC96
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Green Turquoise
Valspar
#A6A290
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French Gray
Farrow & Ball
#B5B19A
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#ACAC90
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Colors That Work With Sage Wisdom
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sage Wisdom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sage Wisdom are Scottish Moor by PPG (a close digital match), Greywood by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Whispering Willow by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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