Sonoran Sands ECC-43-1 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DDD5C6, estimated LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Earthling from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #DDD5C6 · ECC-43-1
Sonoran Sands
67%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sonoran Sands Technical Profile
HEX Code#DDD5C6
RGB221, 213, 198
Estimated LRV67.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybeige
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Sonoran Sands
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Earthling
Hirshfield's
#DED6C7
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Elmira White
Benjamin Moore
#DCD4C4
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Earthling
Vista Paint
#DCD4C4
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October Mist
Kilz
#DFD6C7
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Pillar Beige
PPG
#DFD6C7
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Coconut Milk
Valspar
#E1D7C7
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Natural Tan
Sherwin-Williams
#DCD2C3
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Shaded White
Farrow & Ball
#D9D2C1
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Existence
Dutch Boy
#D7D0C0
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Fine Grain
Dunn-Edwards
#D8CFC1
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Colors That Work With Sonoran Sands
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonoran Sands
#DDD5C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonoran Sands
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonoran Sands 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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Sonoran Sands — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonoran Sands have?
Sonoran Sands by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Sonoran Sands from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonoran Sands are Earthling by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Elmira White by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Earthling by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sonoran Sands'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 Sonoran Sands?
Sonoran Sands has a estimated lightness value of 67.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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