Sage Green → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Behr Sage Green (PPU11-07), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Sage Green
If you love Behr Sage Green but need a Sherwin Williams alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Sage Green (PPU11-07) is a medium-dark green with muted sage undertones. A muted sage green with gray undertones. Earthy and organic. Behr's take on the sage trend. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 35) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Sage Green and every Sherwin Williams color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Evergreen Fog (SW 9130) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Evergreen Fog is similar. Both are muted sage greens with gray undertones. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Sage Green
Evergreen Fog is similar. Both are muted sage greens with gray undertones.
| Sage Green | Evergreen Fog | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 35 | 30 |
| Hex | #ACB4A5 | #ACB1A3 |
| Undertone | Muted Sage | Muted Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Sage Green has muted sage undertones. A muted sage green with gray undertones. Earthy and organic. Behr's take on the sage trend.
Evergreen Fog has muted green undertones. A sophisticated muted sage green with gray undertones. The 2022 Color of the Year that has maintained its popularity. Earthy without being dark.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Sage Green in Your Room
The green is pleasant and natural. In bright light, it reads as a definite sage. In dim rooms, the gray takes over.
Evergreen Fog in Your Room
In bright light, the green is more pronounced. In dim rooms, it reads as a medium warm gray with just a hint of green. Very versatile and atmospheric.
LRV and Brightness
Sage Green has an LRV of 35, while Evergreen Fog has an LRV of 30. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Sage Green
Behr recommends Sage Green for: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living room, office. With an LRV of 35, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Evergreen Fog is recommended for: living room, bedroom, exterior, accent wall, office. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Sage Green in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Sage Green (PPU11-07) is Evergreen Fog (SW 9130) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Evergreen Fog is similar. Both are muted sage greens with gray undertones. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Sage Green is a Behr color with muted sage undertones and an LRV of 35. Evergreen Fog is a Sherwin Williams color with muted green undertones and an LRV of 30. With a Delta E of 3.8, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3.8, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.