Clary Sage
Sherwin-Williams's Clary Sage is a green shade whose quieter details emerge through comparison. Its greige and grey classifications hint at the directions it may take as daylight, lamps and neighboring colors move around it. Because screens flatten both light and texture, sample the paint beside the finishes that will ultimately surround it.
Hex
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40.89
Clary Sage's Color Strip
Clary Sage is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Softened Green and Green Onyx. The strip spans from Liveable Green at the lightest end to Secret Garden at the deepest. Color strip 213 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Clary Sage in Rooms
Follow Clary Sage from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 83 sourced room photos sit alongside 7 generated visualizations.
16 Living Room Photos
Against upholstery, timber, art and metal accents, Clary Sage (6178) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. An LRV of 40.9 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Living room walls envelop the space in Clary Sage.
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9 Bedroom Photos
9 bedroom images trace Clary Sage (6178) through the slower pace of morning and night. Its place within Independence hints at the range of palettes it can inhabit.
Bed positioning anchors this tranquil room in Clary Sage.
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2 Kitchen Photos
In a hardworking room where color meets movement and strong surfaces, the most interesting quality of Clary Sage (6178) may be the way it responds to stone, timber, tile and metal finishes. The greige, grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Cabinet doors display beautifully painted in Clary Sage.
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Kitchen walls and trim combine beautifully in Clary Sage.
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14 Bathroom Photos
13 sourced photos are joined by 1 generated visualization, offering both observed and imagined settings. Together they show Clary Sage (6178) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Vanity surround brings calming green Clary Sage to the bathroom.
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7 Home Office Photos
The 7 home office images turn a green swatch into something more spatial and expressive. Its muted saturation softens the color’s edges, making texture and shadow part of the composition.
Desk setup feels focused and creative in Clary Sage.
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1 Exterior Photo
Exterior boards dressed in soft Clary Sage create curb appeal.
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8 Front Door Photos
7 sourced photos are joined by 1 generated visualization, offering both observed and imagined settings. Together they show Clary Sage (6178) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Entry door makes a statement painted in Clary Sage.
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22 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Across 22 kitchen cabinets images, Clary Sage (6178) meets light moving across doors, rails and recessed panels. Its neutral temperature gives the surrounding palette unusual influence over the final mood.
Shaker-style cabinets painted in Clary Sage create a warm farmhouse kitchen.
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5 House Photos
5 sourced room photos give the gallery a lived-in point of reference. Together they show Clary Sage (6178) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
White trim and stonework accent the craftsman house in Clary Sage.
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Modern farmhouse siding in Clary Sage establishes clean architectural lines.
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Navy shutters frame the coastal house with Clary Sage exterior.
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Cream trim and brick accents define the traditional home's style.
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Charcoal trim contrasts the contemporary home painted in Clary Sage.
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6 Misc Photos
The 6 misc images turn a green swatch into something more spatial and expressive. Its muted saturation softens the color’s edges, making texture and shadow part of the composition.
Walls throughout this home feature calming Clary Sage.
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Expert Perspectives
Articles and features from across our network of home and design sites.
Clary Sage Kitchen Cabinets - 5 Examples of a Fresh and Inviting Home
Picking the right cabinet color shapes the whole vibe of your kitchen. Soft greens like clary sage bring a calm, welcoming feel that fits with just about any style, whether you lean rustic or modern. Clary sage gives you that timeless balance of warmth and sophistication, making your kitchen look stylish and inviting at the
Clary Sage House - 5 Cozy Examples of Relaxed Living
Picking the right exterior color can get a little overwhelming, can’t it? But there’s one shade that just keeps working—year after year—for its calm, natural vibe. Clary Sage brings a soft, earthy green that looks great on all sorts of styles, classic or modern. It’s easy to pair this color with a bunch of trims,
Clary Sage Home Office - 5 Ideas for a Calm and Productive Space
Trying to make a home office that feels comfy but still helps you get things done? It’s not always easy. The colors you pick really matter for your mood and focus, believe it or not. Clary Sage offers a cool balance of calm and function, so it’s a smart choice if you want a workspace
Clary Sage Front Door - 5 Ideas To Refresh Your Home’s Curb Appeal
Choosing the right front door color can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. A shade like Clary Sage offers a calm, welcoming look that works with many home styles without feeling too bold or too plain. You can use Clary Sage to create a front door that feels inviting, timeless, and easy to
Clary Sage Bedroom - 5 Ideas For A Calm And Cozy Retreat
Bedrooms should feel calm and comfortable. Choosing the right paint color makes a big difference. Clary Sage brings a soft, natural tone that helps you unwind at the end of a long day. This shade balances warmth and freshness, so your bedroom feels inviting but never too much. Clary Sage works with so many styles,
Clary Sage Bathroom - 5 Ideas For A Relaxing Refresh
Picking the right paint color for your bathroom totally shapes the mood. Clary Sage is this soft, calming green that feels both fresh and classic. It’s versatile enough to bring comfort and style without taking over the whole room. With the right combos, Clary Sage fits all sorts of looks—from spa-inspired to rustic or coastal.
Clary Sage by Sherwin Williams, SW 6178: A Beautiful Green-Gray Paint for Your Home
Looking to transform your space with a versatile and calming color? Clary Sage SW 6178 is a soft green-gray paint shade that creates a peaceful atmosphere while maintaining enough warmth to keep spaces inviting. This nature-inspired hue works beautifully in any room of your home, from living areas to bedrooms. You'll love how it pairs
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 75 vs 41, Sagey is decisively the brighter choice.
Dover White reflects far more light (LRV 83 vs 41), opening up a space where Clary Sage encloses it.
Tumblin' Tumbleweed reads slightly lighter (LRV 51 vs 41), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Trim Color
At LRV 75 vs 41, Sagey is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 41 vs 41), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 43 and 41, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 41 vs 38), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 42 and 41, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 41 and 41, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 41 vs 41), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 42 and 41, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Clary Sage reads slightly lighter (LRV 41 vs 37), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Softened Green reads slightly lighter (LRV 49 vs 41), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 41 vs 41), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 41 vs 20, Clary Sage is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 41 vs 12, Clary Sage is decisively the brighter choice.
Clary Sage reflects far more light (LRV 41 vs 4), opening up a space where Mountain Fig encloses it.
Elation reflects far more light (LRV 72 vs 41), opening up a space where Clary Sage encloses it.
At LRV 76 vs 41, Lady's Slipper is decisively the brighter choice.
Clary Sage reflects far more light (LRV 41 vs 16), opening up a space where Forget-Me-Not encloses it.
At LRV 41 vs 5, Clary Sage is decisively the brighter choice.
Lighter Colors
Front Porch reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 41), opening up a space where Clary Sage encloses it.
Sweater Weather reflects far more light (LRV 60 vs 41), opening up a space where Clary Sage encloses it.
At LRV 57 vs 41, Antimony is decisively the brighter choice.
Sensible Hue reads slightly lighter (LRV 46 vs 41), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 41 vs 41), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Darker Colors
Clary Sage reflects far more light (LRV 41 vs 21), opening up a space where Artichoke encloses it.
Clary Sage reads slightly lighter (LRV 41 vs 31), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 41 vs 38), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 42 and 41, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Clary Sage reflects far more light (LRV 41 vs 19), opening up a space where Crooked River encloses it.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Bring a botanical vibe to your space with this soft herbal green. This calming hue is warmed by a slight yellow undertone.