Sprig of Sage 8004-28D is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A1A292, LRV 36 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoky Slate from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A1A292 · 8004-28D
Sprig of Sage
36%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sprig of Sage Technical Profile
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Sprig of Sage in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sprig of Sage in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSprig of Sage
Nearly identical
PPGSmoky Slate
Smoky Slate
PPG
Nearly identical
Shiitake
Behr
Nearly identical
Oil Cloth
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Whale Watching
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Nourish .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Frosted Fern
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Silverado Ranch
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silverado Ranch
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mossed Thicket
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Greyswood
Kilz
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sprig of Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sprig of Sage
#A1A292
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sprig of Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sprig of 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 Sprig of 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.
Sprig of Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sprig of Sage have?
Sprig of Sage by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Sprig of Sage in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sprig of Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sprig of Sage are Smoky Slate by PPG (a near-identical match), Shiitake by Behr (a near-identical match), Oil Cloth by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sprig of 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 Sprig of Sage?
Sprig of Sage has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sprig of Sage's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.