Silvered Sage reads as crisp and architectural — strong in modern spaces, with natural fixed elements (chrome, stone, glass), or as a quiet anchor. At LRV 52 it sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas, soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Skip it if you want a cozy, warm room — cool neutrals can feel sterile under warm bulbs or in low light.
Ref. #B5C2BB · 427-3DB
Silvered Sage
52%LRV Value
Silvered Sage Technical Profile
What color is Dutch Boy Silvered Sage (427-3DB)? It's a medium cool gray — hex #B5C2BB, LRV 52. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Silvered Sage is Dunn-Edwards Patina Creek — a near-identical match on the wall, with Vista Paint Lighthouse View and Hirshfield's Lighthouse View also close. At LRV 52, Silvered Sage sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Silvered Sage pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. At mid depth, Silvered Sage grounds a space without darkening it — it holds up on lower walls, kitchen islands, and as a wraparound where a lighter neutral would feel washed out. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone. At mid depth Silvered Sage holds its character across bulb temperatures, shifting only slightly warm under 2700K and slightly crisper under cool daylight.
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Colors Similar to Silvered Sage
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silvered Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silvered Sage
#B5C2BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silvered Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silvered 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Silvered Sage.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silvered Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Silvered Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silvered Sage are Patina Creek by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Lighthouse View by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Lighthouse View by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Silvered Sage's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Silvered Sage?
Silvered Sage has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.0, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Silvered Sage depends on the room. Here's how to choose.