Ref. #867F6A · C-1430
Pettingill Sage
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pettingill Sage Technical Profile
What color is Pettingill Sage? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #867F6A. Colors similar to Pettingill Sage include Benjamin Moore Crownsville Gray, Hirshfield's Pettingill Sage, Dutch Boy Silver Gray. Pettingill Sage has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Pettingill Sage creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Pettingill Sage pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Pettingill Sage
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pettingill Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pettingill Sage
#867F6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CA77C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pettingill Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pettingill 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Pettingill Sage.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pettingill Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pettingill Sage have?
Pettingill Sage by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pettingill Sage from other brands?
The closest matches are Crownsville Gray by Benjamin Moore (#87806A), Pettingill Sage by Hirshfield's (#88806A), Silver Gray by Dutch Boy (#857F69). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pettingill Sage?
Pettingill Sage has an LRV of 21.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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