Sage 2860 is a beige paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B3AE95, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cheyenne Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B3AE95 · 2860
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42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Sage in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sage in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSage
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCheyenne Green
Cheyenne Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Stepping Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Desert Sandstorm
Behr
Nearly identical
Soothing Sage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Photo Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Historic Shade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Historic Shade
Vista Paint
Very similar
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Almost Sage
Kilz
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sage
#B3AE95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to 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.
Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sage have?
Sage by Sherwin-Williams 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 Sage in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sage are Cheyenne Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Nantucket Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), French Gray by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting 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 Sage?
Sage has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.0, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sage's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.