Almost Sage TB-88 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #ACAC90, estimated LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Always Avocado from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #ACAC90 · TB-88
Almost Sage
40%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Almost Sage Technical Profile
HEX Code#ACAC90
RGB172, 172, 144
Estimated LRV40.3
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Almost Sage
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Almost Sage
#ACAC90
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Almost Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Almost 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
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Almost Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Almost Sage have?
Almost Sage by Kilz 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 Almost Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Almost Sage are Always Avocado by PPG (a close digital match), Estate Sale by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Olive Sprig by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Almost Sage'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 Almost Sage?
Almost Sage has a estimated lightness value of 40.3, 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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