Lush Sage 5003-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #788176, estimated LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Taiga from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #788176 · 5003-2B
Lush Sage
21%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Lush Sage Technical Profile
HEX Code#788176
RGB120, 129, 118
Estimated LRV21.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#768078
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#778071
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#748172
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#808677
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Colors That Work With Lush Sage
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lush Sage
#788176
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#80AA8D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lush Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lush 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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Lush Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lush Sage have?
Lush Sage by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Lush Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lush Sage are Taiga by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Retreat by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Harbor Mist Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lush 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 Lush Sage?
Lush Sage has a estimated lightness value of 21.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Lush Sage's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.