Egyptian Sand 266 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B19856, estimated LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Viva Las Vegas from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #B19856 · 266
Egyptian Sand
33%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Egyptian Sand Technical Profile
HEX Code#B19856
RGB177, 152, 86
Estimated LRV32.5
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 Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Egyptian Sand
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Egyptian Sand
#B19856
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5B082
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Egyptian Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Egyptian Sand Room Palettes
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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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Egyptian Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Egyptian Sand have?
Egyptian Sand by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Egyptian Sand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Egyptian Sand are Viva Las Vegas by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Obsession by PPG (a close digital match), Tapestry Gold by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Egyptian 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 Egyptian Sand?
Egyptian Sand has a estimated lightness value of 32.5, 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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