Cocoa Sand 1122 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DBC6AD, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tres Naturale from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBC6AD · 1122
Cocoa Sand
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cocoa Sand Technical Profile
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Cocoa Sand in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cocoa Sand in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCocoa Sand
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsTres Naturale
Tres Naturale
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Riviera Retreat
Behr
Nearly identical
Cliff's View
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mushroom Cap
PPG
Nearly identical
Westwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Holmes Cream
Valspar
Nearly identical
Heritage Hills
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Flan
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tea With Cream
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cocoa Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cocoa Sand
#DBC6AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFB181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cocoa Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cocoa 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Cocoa Sand.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cocoa Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cocoa Sand have?
Cocoa Sand by Benjamin Moore 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 Cocoa Sand in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cocoa Sand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cocoa Sand are Tres Naturale by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Riviera Retreat by Behr (a near-identical match), Colony Buff by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cocoa 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 Cocoa Sand?
Cocoa Sand has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.1, 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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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 Cocoa Sand's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.