Soothing Sage 8004-23C is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B4AC95, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clarksville Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B4AC95 · 8004-23C
Soothing Sage
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soothing Sage Technical Profile
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Soothing Sage in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soothing Sage in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSoothing Sage
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreClarksville Gray
Clarksville Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Svelte Sage
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Twisted Sisal Rope
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
True Khaki
PPG
Nearly identical
Stone Walls
Behr
Nearly identical
Travertine Path
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Travertine Path
Vista Paint
Very similar
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Khaki
Kilz
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soothing Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soothing Sage
#B4AC95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soothing Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soothing 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Soothing Sage.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soothing Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soothing Sage have?
Soothing Sage by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Soothing Sage in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soothing Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soothing Sage are Clarksville Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Svelte Sage by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Meander by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Soothing 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 Soothing Sage?
Soothing Sage has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Soothing Sage's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.