Rosy Sandstone MQ1-53 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #775755, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mystique Maroon from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #775755 · MQ1-53
Rosy Sandstone
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Rosy Sandstone Technical Profile
HEX Code#775755
RGB119, 87, 85
Estimated LRV11.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Rosy Sandstone
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rosy Sandstone
#775755
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#998366
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rosy Sandstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rosy Sandstone Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Rosy Sandstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rosy Sandstone have?
Rosy Sandstone by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Rosy Sandstone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rosy Sandstone are Mystique Maroon by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Berry Butter by Valspar (a close digital match), County Road by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rosy Sandstone's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Rosy Sandstone?
Rosy Sandstone has a estimated lightness value of 11.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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