Bitter Sage
There is more to Behr Bitter Sage (N390-4) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. Its neutral temperature leaves room for surrounding materials and light to pull the color warmer or cooler. 11 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
Hex
#97a18dLRV
33.28
Bitter Sage in Rooms
Follow Bitter Sage from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 11 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The 2 kitchen cabinets images turn a green swatch into something more spatial and expressive. Its neutral temperature gives the surrounding palette unusual influence over the final mood.
Cabinetry painted in muted Bitter Sage frames this kitchen workspace.
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Upper and lower cabinets in soft Bitter Sage define this cooking space.
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4 Bathroom Photos
Bitter Sage (N390-4) can change noticeably under window light, mirrors and focused task lighting. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Vanity walls painted in Bitter Sage create a serene bathroom retreat.
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Bathroom walls in gentle Bitter Sage pair with bright white fixtures.
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Pale Bitter Sage walls establish a spa-like bathroom atmosphere.
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Soft Bitter Sage paint on walls enhances this bathroom's calm aesthetic.
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2 Dining Room Photos
In a gathering space that can move from daylight to ceremony, the most interesting quality of Bitter Sage (N390-4) may be the way it responds to timber, table linen, glass and artwork. Its green undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.
Dining walls in earthy Bitter Sage ground this gathering space.
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Wall color in muted Bitter Sage sets the tone for intimate dining.
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3 Misc Photos
Across 3 misc images, Bitter Sage (N390-4) meets the varied light of hallways, corners and transitional rooms. Its neutral temperature gives the surrounding palette unusual influence over the final mood.
Dresser painted in sophisticated Bitter Sage adds vintage appeal.
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Painted furniture in soft Bitter Sage brings character to any room.
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Dresser in warm Bitter Sage showcases furniture transformation potential.
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Similar Colors
At LRV 54 vs 33, Riverdale is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 33 vs 20, Bitter Sage is decisively the brighter choice.
Bitter Sage reflects far more light (LRV 33 vs 15), opening up a space where Laurel Garland encloses it.
Complementary Colors
With LRVs of 33 and 31, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Evoke a sense of tranquility and sophistication with Behr Bitter Sage N390-4 on your walls. This luxurious hue seamlessly blends the beauty of nature with a touch of modern elegance. Ideal for creating a serene atmosphere in bedrooms, home offices, or living rooms, Bitter Sage N390-4 pairs effortlessly with both light and dark furnishings. Embrace the timeless appeal of this refined color and transform any space into a sanctuary of style and comfort. 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