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Behr Bitter Sage N390-4

Bitter Sage

Behr

N390-4

About Bitter Sage by Behr

Bitter Sage N390-4 by Behr is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 34% and hue near 90° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

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Brightness: 34%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #97a18d

RGB: 151, 161, 141

Hue90°

Saturation10%

Lightness59%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Bitter Sage from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Bitter Sage

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Bitter Sage looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Bitter Sage N390-4 a warm or cool color?
Bitter Sage by Behr is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Bitter Sage?
Bitter Sage sits in the green family. Its hue is about 90°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Bitter Sage?
Brightness is about 34%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 59%. Hue is close to 90°. The hex value is #97a18d. The RGB value is 151, 161, 141.
Is Bitter Sage better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Bitter Sage has brightness around 34%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Bitter Sage?
You can match Bitter Sage with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Bitter Sage work best in a home?
Bitter Sage works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Bitter Sage compare to a pure white paint?
Bitter Sage is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Bitter Sage in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Bitter Sage

Behr

N390-4

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Bitter Sage in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Bitter Sage

Behr

N390-4

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Bitter Sage. They add contrast without clashing.

Bitter Sage

Behr

N390-4

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Bitter Sage. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

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