Ref. #B9BC98 · 6002-3C
Sumptuous Sage
49%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sumptuous Sage Technical Profile
What color is Sumptuous Sage? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #B9BC98. Colors similar to Sumptuous Sage include Vista Paint Golden Shores, Benjamin Moore Burgess Green, Behr Clay Pebble. Sumptuous Sage has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives Sumptuous Sage depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Sumptuous Sage reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Sumptuous Sage
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Golden Shores
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burgess Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Clay Pebble
Behr
Nearly identical
Bahia Grass
PPG
Nearly identical
Glass .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Light Pine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recycled Glass
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rediscover
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sumptuous Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sumptuous Sage
#B9BC98
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 Sumptuous Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sumptuous 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 Sumptuous Sage.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sumptuous Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sumptuous Sage have?
Sumptuous Sage by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sumptuous Sage from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Shores by Vista Paint (#BABD9A), Burgess Green by Benjamin Moore (#BBBE9A), Clay Pebble by Behr (#BABE99). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sumptuous Sage?
Sumptuous Sage has an LRV of 48.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sumptuous Sage's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.