Sierra Sand UL170-20 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AEA18F, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antiquity from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEA18F · UL170-20
Sierra Sand
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sierra Sand Technical Profile
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Sierra Sand in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sierra Sand in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSierra Sand
Nearly identical
KilzAntiquity
Antiquity
Kilz
Nearly identical
Arid Plains
Valspar
Nearly identical
Deep Marsh
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Taupe Tone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Worn Greige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Indian River
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Deep Marsh
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Heron Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Rocky Mountain Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sierra Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sierra Sand
#AEA18F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sierra Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sierra Sand 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 Sierra Sand.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sierra Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sierra Sand have?
Sierra Sand by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sierra Sand in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sierra Sand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sierra Sand are Antiquity by Kilz (a near-identical match), Arid Plains by Valspar (a near-identical match), Deep Marsh by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sierra Sand'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 Sierra Sand?
Sierra Sand has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.5, 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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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 Sierra Sand's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.