Sage Tint → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Benjamin Moore Sage Tint (458), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Sage Tint
If you love Benjamin Moore Sage Tint but need a Behr 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 Behr, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Sage Tint (458) is a medium green with light sage undertones. A soft, light sage green. Less gray than Moonshine, more green than Owl Gray. A fresh, natural color that brings the feeling of spring into any room. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 56.77) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Sage Tint and every Behr 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 Behr option is Wild Clover (PPU11-14) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Wild Clover is close. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Sage Tint
Wild Clover is close.
| Sage Tint | Wild Clover | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 56.77 | 48 |
| Hex | #C8CFC2 | #BEC5B9 |
| Undertone | Light Sage | Soft Sage |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Sage Tint has light sage undertones. A soft, light sage green. Less gray than Moonshine, more green than Owl Gray. A fresh, natural color that brings the feeling of spring into any room.
Wild Clover has soft sage undertones. A soft sage green. Light and natural.
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 Tint in Your Room
The sage is soft and pleasant. In bright rooms, it reads as a fresh, light green. In dim rooms, it settles into a warm gray with green undertones. Always calming.
Wild Clover in Your Room
Gentle sage in bright rooms. Warm green-gray in dim rooms.
LRV and Brightness
Sage Tint has an LRV of 56.77, while Wild Clover has an LRV of 48. That means Sage Tint reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Sage Tint will make the space feel brighter and more open than Wild Clover. If you are switching to the Behr option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Sage Tint
Benjamin Moore recommends Sage Tint for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, kitchen, sunroom. With an LRV of 56.77, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Wild Clover is recommended for: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, nursery, living room. 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 Tint in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Sage Tint (458) is Wild Clover (PPU11-14) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Wild Clover is close. 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 Tint is a Benjamin Moore color with light sage undertones and an LRV of 56.77. Wild Clover is a Behr color with soft sage undertones and an LRV of 48. 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 Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr 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.