14 Gorgeous Sage Green Paint Shades That Design Experts Adore

1. Saybrook Sage by Benjamin Moore

"Benjamin Moore's Saybrook Sage is one of my favorites because it instantly brings a softness to any room while maintaining a neutral vibe," says Molly Torres Portnof from DATE Interiors. She adds that it pairs wonderfully with both vibrant, bold colors and subtle tones. "It's versatile, making it ideal for spaces like powder rooms, bedrooms, or kitchens. Painting the walls, trim, and doors in Saybrook Sage is a simple yet effective way to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere."

2. French Gray by Farrow & Ball

"While dusty greens are currently trending, we’ve been using Farrow & Ball's French Gray for years," shares Angela Hamwey, interior designer at Mackenzie & Co. "This subtle, earthy tone is a neutral shade we know we’ll continue to use for many more years. It's calming and brings a relaxed, peaceful feeling to any room. It pairs beautifully with light wood tones and soft white walls, but it also works wonderfully with black accents. It would look striking as a stairway accent with black railings."

3. Texas Sage by Benjamin Moore

"In my opinion, any shade of green is fair game!" says Nancy Lane of Nancy Lane Interiors. "One of my top picks is a beautiful sage green from Benjamin Moore called Texas Sage. It’s a muted olive with soft, warm silvery undertones. I’m not hesitant to use it anywhere—on walls, trim, doors, or cabinets—it always works. It's absolutely stunning!"

4. Oil Cloth by Benjamin Moore

Designer Heidi Caillier chose Benjamin Moore's Oil Cloth for this kitchen, beautifully complementing the dark soapstone countertops. It's a versatile hue that works well in both traditional and contemporary spaces, bringing a calming effect with its soft gray undertones.

5. Green Smoke by Farrow & Ball

"One of my go-to sage green hues is Farrow & Ball's Green Smoke,” says Linda Hayslett, the designer behind LH.Designs. "Green Smoke is incredibly versatile, as it pairs effortlessly with a variety of finishes and colors. It's the perfect sage that can act as a neutral base, allowing other design elements to shine. You really can't go wrong with this shade—it complements everything from gold to black to plum to navy. Plus, it suits any room in the house."

6. Kennebunkport Green by Benjamin Moore

Interior designer Taniya Nayak from HGTV's Battle on the Beach shares, "One of my staples is Benjamin Moore's Kennebunkport Green. Green has always felt like a neutral to me. You can pair it with almost any color. This shade is calm, as most sage greens tend to be, but it has enough richness to set the tone in a room." She suggests pairing this earthy green with whites and ivories, as well as textured woven or crocheted elements to complement the hue.

7. Evergreen Fog by Sherwin-Williams

Designer Liz Goldberg of CAROLYNLEONA chose Evergreen Fog by Sherwin-Williams for this home office, which was also named the brand's 2022 Color of the Year. It's a soothing, mid-tone gray-green that's perfect for a space that requires focus. It adds color without overwhelming the mind, making it ideal for work environments.

8. Avocado by Sherwin-Williams

Sage green can sometimes feel dated or overly classic, but when paired with the right accents, it becomes fresh and modern. Designer Natalie Papier of Home Ec. chose a livelier sage with subtle yellow undertones for the kitchen island, selecting Avocado by Sherwin-Williams. She complemented the hue with unexpected pinky-orange touches, like the peach-toned stools and the painted ceiling in Malted Milk by Sherwin-Williams.

9. Sherwood Green by Benjamin Moore

This nursery, designed by Samantha Sara Interiors, features a sage green with a bit more intensity and cool undertones, giving it a sweet, almost candy-like appearance—perfect for a child's room! The color, Sherwood Green by Benjamin Moore, has subtle gray hints, making it sophisticated enough to evolve with a child’s tastes as they grow. The design firm shares that they "focused on bringing the outdoors in while keeping the room fresh and playful for the family’s newest addition—a baby boy. The paint and rug created a refined yet fun palette, perfect for layering both new and vintage accessories and accents."

10. Calke Green by Farrow & Ball

Now, let's take a look at a sophisticated bedroom featuring sage green. According to Kate Arends of Wit & Delight (who happens to be showcasing her own room!), the shade used here is custom-made, but it closely resembles Farrow & Ball's Calke Green, which the paint brand describes as a "traditional sage green." This particular hue is deeper and more intense than others on this list, providing a weighty quality that anchors the room. (To lighten the atmosphere, a delicate floral wallpaper was added, brightening up the space.)

11. Courtyard Green by Dunn-Edwards

Designer Ginny Macdonald selected a yellow-tinged, grayish sage shade, Courtyard Green by Dunn-Edwards, for this spacious U-shaped kitchen. Why? "The perimeter cabinets were a soft white with a dark green herringbone backsplash, so we chose a lighter green paint to complement the backsplash on the fridge and pantry wall," Ginny explains. The goal was to blend various colors and materials, which is reflected in the white oak island that introduces additional warmth. (The yellow undertones in the oak beautifully harmonize with the green paint and the brass hardware and fixtures.)

12. Grenadier Pond by Benjamin Moore

Sage green is an ideal choice for a bathroom—it's a serene, spa-like hue. The Misfit House design studio incorporated Grenadier Pond by Benjamin Moore into this lovely bathroom but had the paint store lighten it by 75 percent, meaning they opted for a formula with only three-fourths of the original pigment, the remainder being white. The result is a more delicate, less intense version of the color.

13. Ash Grey by Farrow & Ball

Designer Jake Arnold used Ash Grey by Farrow & Ball for this Beverly Hills guest cottage. The color’s soft gray undertones make it wonderfully calming—perfect for spaces meant for relaxation. We especially love how Jake applied this shade to everything, from the walls to the doors and trim.

14. Green Trellis by Valspar

In the 2022 Mytour Home, we created a cozy reading nook with a stunning accent wall painted in a soft sage green (Green Trellis by Valspar). This vibrant color adds a refreshing pop to the otherwise white transitional space—a second-floor landing that also connects three rooms. The nature-inspired hue feels lively and fresh when paired with crisp white walls.