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Phoenix Sand
61%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Phoenix Sand Technical Profile
What color is Phoenix Sand? It's a light warm red with the hex code #FAC5B4. Colors similar to Phoenix Sand include Hirshfield's Salmon Beauty, Vista Paint Salmon Beauty, Vista Paint Young Girl. Phoenix Sand has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Phoenix Sand sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Phoenix Sand
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Phoenix Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Phoenix Sand
#FAC5B4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CFB363
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Phoenix Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Phoenix 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 Phoenix Sand.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Phoenix Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Phoenix Sand have?
Phoenix Sand by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Phoenix Sand from other brands?
The closest matches are Salmon Beauty by Hirshfield's (#FBC6B6), Salmon Beauty by Vista Paint (#F7C4B3), Young Girl by Vista Paint (#FEC8B7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Phoenix Sand?
Phoenix Sand has an LRV of 60.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Phoenix Sand's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.