Ref. #ECD8C0 · 1142
Painted Sands
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Painted Sands Technical Profile
What color is Painted Sands? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #ECD8C0. Colors similar to Painted Sands include Vista Paint Dune Walk, Sherwin-Williams Indian White, Sherwin-Williams Warm Beige. Painted Sands has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Painted Sands reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Painted Sands
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Painted Sands
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Painted Sands
#ECD8C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Painted Sands
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Painted 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Painted Sands.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Painted Sands — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Painted Sands have?
Painted Sands by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Painted Sands from other brands?
The closest matches are Dune Walk by Vista Paint (#EBD6BE), Indian White by Sherwin-Williams (#EEDAC3), Warm Beige by Sherwin-Williams (#EEDAC3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Painted Sands?
Painted Sands has an LRV of 70.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Painted Sands's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.