Sandarac Sage 90YY 46/148 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B6B89D, estimated LRV 47 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pebble Stone from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B6B89D · 90YY 46/148
Sandarac Sage
47%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sandarac Sage Technical Profile
HEX Code#B6B89D
RGB182, 184, 157
Estimated LRV46.7
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Sandarac Sage
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sandarac Sage
#B6B89D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sandarac Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sandarac 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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Sandarac Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sandarac Sage have?
Sandarac Sage by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Sandarac Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sandarac Sage are Pebble Stone by Behr (a close digital match), Dried Thyme by Behr (a close digital match), Pebble Grey by RAL (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sandarac 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 Sandarac Sage?
Sandarac Sage has a estimated lightness value of 46.7, 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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