Ref. #A3A779 · BNC-16
Winter Sage
34%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Winter Sage Technical Profile
What color is Winter Sage? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #A3A779. Colors similar to Winter Sage include Dunn-Edwards Dill Grass, MPC Olive Whip, Valspar Brisk Olive. Winter Sage has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Winter Sage depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Winter Sage reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Winter Sage
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Winter Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Sage
#A3A779
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter 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 Winter Sage.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Winter Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Sage have?
Winter Sage by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Winter Sage from other brands?
The closest matches are Dill Grass by Dunn-Edwards (#A2A57B), Olive Whip by MPC (#A9AB80), Brisk Olive by Valspar (#A3A47B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Winter Sage?
Winter 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 Winter Sage's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.