Elfin Sage 10GY 54/150 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BFC7AB, estimated LRV 55 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Minted Lemon from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BFC7AB · 10GY 54/150
Elfin Sage
55%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Elfin Sage Technical Profile
HEX Code#BFC7AB
RGB191, 199, 171
Estimated LRV54.9
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygreen
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Elfin Sage
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elfin Sage
#BFC7AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8DAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elfin Sage
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elfin Sage Room Palettes
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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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Elfin Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elfin Sage have?
Elfin Sage by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Elfin Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elfin Sage are Minted Lemon by Behr (a close digital match), Desert Hotsprings by Behr (a close digital match), Koala Bear by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Elfin 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 Elfin Sage?
Elfin Sage has a estimated lightness value of 54.9, 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.
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