Sumptuous Sage 6002-3C is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B9BC98, estimated LRV 49 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Shores from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #B9BC98 · 6002-3C
Sumptuous Sage
49%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sumptuous Sage Technical Profile
HEX Code#B9BC98
RGB185, 188, 152
Estimated LRV48.5
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyyellow
BrandValspar
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Golden Shores
Vista Paint
#BABD9A
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Burgess Green
Benjamin Moore
#BBBE9A
Close digital match
Clay Pebble
Behr
#BABE99
Close digital match
Bahia Grass
PPG
#B9BD97
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New Crop
Dutch Boy
#B8BA93
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Glass .03
Colorhouse
#B9BA99
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Light Pine
Dunn-Edwards
#BCC09E
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Recycled Glass
Sherwin-Williams
#BDC0A0
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Rediscover
Hirshfield's
#B5B790
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Kiwi
Kilz
#BEC297
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Pebble Grey
RAL
#B8B799
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#C4C6A5
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Colors That Work With Sumptuous Sage
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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
Digital 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
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Sumptuous Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sumptuous Sage have?
Sumptuous Sage by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Sumptuous Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sumptuous Sage are Golden Shores by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Burgess Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Clay Pebble by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sumptuous 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 Sumptuous Sage?
Sumptuous Sage has a estimated lightness value of 48.5, 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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