Soothing Sage 8004-23C is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B4AC95, estimated 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.
Valspar · #B4AC95 · 8004-23C
Soothing Sage
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Soothing Sage Technical Profile
HEX Code#B4AC95
RGB180, 172, 149
Estimated LRV41.4
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 Familygreen
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Soothing Sage
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Soothing Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soothing Sage are Clarksville Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Svelte Sage by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Meander by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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