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Sherwin Williams Sage SW2860

Sage

Sherwin Williams

SW2860

About Sage by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 42%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #b3ae95

RGB: 179, 174, 149

Hue50°

Saturation17%

Lightness64%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Sage SW2860 a warm or cool color?
Sage by Sherwin Williams is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Sage?
Sage sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 50°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sage?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 17%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 50°. The hex value is #b3ae95. The RGB value is 179, 174, 149.
Is Sage better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sage has brightness around 42%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sage?
You can match 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 Sage work best in a home?
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 Sage compare to a pure white paint?
Sage is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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