Khaki Sage 50YY 39/230 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B6A97F, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Star of Gold from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B6A97F · 50YY 39/230
Khaki Sage
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Khaki Sage Technical Profile
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Khaki Sage in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Khaki Sage in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGKhaki Sage
Nearly identical
Vista PaintStar of Gold
Star of Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Makrut Lime
Behr
Nearly identical
Bamboo Shoot
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Zucchini Garden
Kilz
Nearly identical
Baby Turtle
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Star of Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Desert Grass
Valspar
Very similar
Even Growth
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Yellow Sage
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Khaki Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Khaki Sage
#B6A97F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Khaki Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Khaki 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 Khaki Sage.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Khaki Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Khaki Sage have?
Khaki Sage by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Khaki Sage in your own space before committing.
What colors match Khaki Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Khaki Sage are Star of Gold by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Makrut Lime by Behr (a near-identical match), Kaffir Lime by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Khaki 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 Khaki Sage?
Khaki Sage has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.9, 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 Khaki Sage's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.