Ref. #E7E9DB · N310-1
Sand Drift
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sand Drift Technical Profile
What color is Sand Drift? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E7E9DB. Colors similar to Sand Drift include Valspar Summer Eclipse, PPG Sterling Shadow, Vista Paint Sage Tinged. Sand Drift has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Sand Drift reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Sand Drift reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Sand Drift
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Summer Eclipse
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sterling Shadow
PPG
Nearly identical
Sage Tinged
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spinach White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sublime
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ice Palace
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Opal Blue Prl over Eagle Feather
MPC
Nearly identical
Pavilion Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sand Drift
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sand Drift
#E7E9DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#93AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sand Drift
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sand Drift 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Sand Drift.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sand Drift — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sand Drift have?
Sand Drift by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sand Drift from other brands?
The closest matches are Summer Eclipse by Valspar (#E6E8DB), Sterling Shadow by PPG (#E9EBDE), Sage Tinged by Vista Paint (#E6E7DA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sand Drift?
Sand Drift has an LRV of 75.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sand Drift's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.