Sage Bud 5003-3A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C9D6CE, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Breezeway from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #C9D6CE · 5003-3A
Sage Bud
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sage Bud Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9D6CE
RGB201, 214, 206
Estimated LRV65.0
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Sage Bud
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Breezeway
Behr
#CAD6CE
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Swept Away
Benjamin Moore
#C8D7CE
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Powdered Pool
Vista Paint
#C8D5CF
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Powdered Pool
Hirshfield's
#C7D6D0
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Muted Opal
Dutch Boy
#C6D7CF
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Blue Lullaby
PPG
#C8D7D2
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Slow Green
Sherwin-Williams
#C6D5C9
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Colorhouse
#C5D7D2
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#BFD1C9
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Colors That Work With Sage Bud
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sage Bud
#C9D6CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA9
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sage Bud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sage Bud 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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Sage Bud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sage Bud have?
Sage Bud by Valspar has a neutral 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 Sage Bud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sage Bud are Breezeway by Behr (a close digital match), Silver Marlin by Behr (a close digital match), Swept Away by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sage Bud'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 Bud?
Sage Bud has a estimated lightness value of 65.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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