Clary Sage
Often used for its versatile qualities, Clary Sage remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to perfect for adding character to any space. We've gathered 90 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#ACAD97
LRV
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 Real Rooms
Clary Sage has a medium-high LRV of 40.89 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, home office, exterior, front door, kitchen cabinets, house and misc.
16 Living Room Photos
For open-concept living rooms, Clary Sage is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
Clary Sage SW 6178 living room
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9 Bedroom Photos
The bedroom is where Clary Sage really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
Bedroom walls painted in Sherwin-Williams Clary Sage
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2 Kitchen Photos
Clary Sage in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
Sherwin Williams Clary Sage kitchen cabinets
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SW Clary Sage kitchen interior
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14 Bathroom Photos
Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Clary Sage has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.
Green bathroom in Clary Sage by Sherwin Williams
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7 Home Office Photos
In a workspace, Clary Sage helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.
SW 6178 home office inspiration
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1 Exterior Photo
Clary Sage SW 6178 exterior house
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8 Front Door Photos
Clary Sage on a front door looks particularly stunning when framed by greenery or seasonal wreaths. The color provides a deep, matte background that makes the organic textures of a boxwood wreath or autumn garland really pop.
Clary Sage front door color review
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22 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Clary Sage cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.
Cozy Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinets in Clary Sage
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5 House Photos
The way Clary Sage interacts with exterior lighting—like sconces or path lights—is dramatic. At night, the house takes on a protective, fortress-like quality that feels incredibly secure and welcoming to those returning home.
Craftsman House with White Trim and Stonework in Clary Sage
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Modern Farmhouse with Clary Sage Siding
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Coastal House with Navy Shutters and Clary Sage
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Traditional Home with Cream Trim and Brick Accents
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Contemporary Home with Charcoal Trim and Clary Sage
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6 Misc Photos
Note how Clary Sage is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
SW Clary Sage wall paint color
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Expert Perspectives
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