Ref. #808677 · 11-24
Smokey Sage
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smokey Sage Technical Profile
What color is Smokey Sage? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #808677. Colors similar to Smokey Sage include Valspar Fields of Green, RAL Cement Grey, Valspar Cottage Lattice Green. Smokey Sage has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Smokey 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, Smokey 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 Smokey Sage
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smokey Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smokey Sage
#808677
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88AD83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smokey Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smokey 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 Smokey 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.
Smokey Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smokey Sage have?
Smokey Sage by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Smokey Sage from other brands?
The closest matches are Fields of Green by Valspar (#7E8374), Cement Grey by RAL (#7D8471), Cottage Lattice Green by Valspar (#868A7D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smokey Sage?
Smokey Sage has an LRV of 23.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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