Ref. #6D765B · 1124-6
Dark Sage
17%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dark Sage Technical Profile
What color is Dark Sage? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #6D765B. Colors similar to Dark Sage include Vista Paint Bowling Green, Behr Arrowhead, MPC Clubhouse Canvas. Dark Sage has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Dark Sage creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Dark Sage pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Dark Sage
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Sage
#6D765B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#719B69
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Dark 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.
Dark Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Sage have?
Dark Sage by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Dark Sage from other brands?
The closest matches are Bowling Green by Vista Paint (#6F795F), Arrowhead by Behr (#6B735A), Clubhouse Canvas by MPC (#72795F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Sage?
Dark Sage has an LRV of 17.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Sage's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.