Olive Sprig → Behr
The closest Behr matches for PPG Olive Sprig (PPG1125-4), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Olive Sprig
If you love PPG Olive Sprig 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 PPG, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Olive Sprig (PPG1125-4) is a medium-dark green with muted olive sage undertones. A muted olive-sage green with gray undertones. Earthy and organic, like dried herbs or sage leaves. More saturated than a sage gray, less bold than a true olive. PPG's 2022 Color of the Year. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 34) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Olive Sprig 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 good news: there is a strong Behr match for Olive Sprig. Sage Green (PPU11-07) comes in with a Delta E of 2.2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Sage Green is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
Behr Matches for Olive Sprig
Sage Green is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
| Olive Sprig | Sage Green | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 34 | 35 |
| Hex | #ABB2A3 | #ACB4A5 |
| Undertone | Muted Olive Sage | Muted Sage |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Olive Sprig has muted olive sage undertones. A muted olive-sage green with gray undertones. Earthy and organic, like dried herbs or sage leaves. More saturated than a sage gray, less bold than a true olive. PPG's 2022 Color of the Year.
Sage Green has muted sage undertones. A muted sage green with gray undertones. Earthy and organic. Behr's take on the sage trend.
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
Olive Sprig in Your Room
In bright light, the green is soft and organic. In dim rooms, the gray takes over, giving it a moody, natural quality. The olive lean distinguishes it from bluer greens.
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.
LRV and Brightness
Olive Sprig has an LRV of 34, while Sage Green has an LRV of 35. 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 Olive Sprig
PPG recommends Olive Sprig for: kitchen, living room, bedroom, exterior, accent wall. With an LRV of 34, 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.
Sage Green is recommended for: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living room, office. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Sage Green in the same rooms you planned for Olive Sprig.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Olive Sprig (PPG1125-4) is Sage Green (PPU11-07) with a Delta E of 2.2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Sage Green is the closest Behr option. Very close match. 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. Olive Sprig is a PPG color with muted olive sage undertones and an LRV of 34. Sage Green is a Behr color with muted sage undertones and an LRV of 35. With a Delta E of 2.2, 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 2.2, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
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.