Golden Sage 50YY 43/284 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C1B27D, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cool Avocado from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C1B27D · 50YY 43/284
Golden Sage
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Golden Sage Technical Profile
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Golden Sage in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Sage in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGolden Sage
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCool Avocado
Cool Avocado
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Beige
RAL
Nearly identical
Desert Grass
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pocket Watch
Behr
Nearly identical
Goldie Oldie
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Goldie Oldie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Honey Oak
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bakelite Yellow
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
Dill Seed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Sage
#C1B27D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden 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 Golden 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.
Golden Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Sage have?
Golden Sage by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Golden Sage in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Sage are Cool Avocado by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Beige by RAL (a near-identical match), Desert Grass by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden 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 Golden Sage?
Golden Sage has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Sage's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.