Tender Forest Sage 30GY 33/144 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #939F88, estimated LRV 33 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shaded Fern from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #939F88 · 30GY 33/144
Tender Forest Sage
33%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tender Forest Sage Technical Profile
HEX Code#939F88
RGB147, 159, 136
Estimated LRV32.8
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Tender Forest Sage
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Shaded Fern
Dutch Boy
#929D84
Close digital match
Irish Paddock
Valspar
#96A38D
Close digital match
Kennebunkport Green
Benjamin Moore
#929E83
Close digital match
Big Fish
Vista Paint
#99A38C
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Fresh Sod
Dunn-Edwards
#91A085
Close digital match
Whispering Willow
Hirshfield's
#919C81
Close digital match
Weeping Willow
Kilz
#919B88
Close digital match
Gray Squirrel
Behr
#8E9883
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Sherwin-Williams
#909886
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#94A68A
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#969873
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Colors That Work With Tender Forest Sage
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tender Forest Sage
#939F88
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tender Forest Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tender Forest 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
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Tender Forest Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tender Forest Sage have?
Tender Forest Sage by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Tender Forest Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tender Forest Sage are Shaded Fern by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Irish Paddock by Valspar (a close digital match), Kennebunkport Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tender Forest 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 Tender Forest Sage?
Tender Forest Sage has a estimated lightness value of 32.8, 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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