Sanderling S220-3 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C8AF9D, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Morning Coffee from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C8AF9D · S220-3
Sanderling
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Sanderling in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sanderling in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSanderling
Nearly identical
ValsparMorning Coffee
Morning Coffee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Familiar Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ball of Twine
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Venetian Portico
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Farmer'S Tan
Kilz
Nearly identical
Transcend
PPG
Nearly identical
Homespun Charm
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sands of Time
Vista Paint
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sanderling
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sanderling
#C8AF9D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sanderling
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sanderling 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 Sanderling.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sanderling — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sanderling have?
Sanderling by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sanderling in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sanderling from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sanderling are Morning Coffee by Valspar (a near-identical match), Templeton Pink by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Familiar Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sanderling'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 Sanderling?
Sanderling has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sanderling's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.