Sandy Brown 1046 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D4C19E, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sandy Cove from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #D4C19E · 1046
Sandy Brown
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sandy Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#D4C19E
RGB212, 193, 158
Estimated LRV52.3
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 Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#D4C19F
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#D6C2A0
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#D3BFA0
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#DBC8A2
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Colors That Work With Sandy Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sandy Brown
#D4C19E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB181
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sandy Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sandy Brown 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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Sandy Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sandy Brown have?
Sandy Brown by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Sandy Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sandy Brown are Sandy Cove by Valspar (a close digital match), Spanish Cream by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Spanish Cream by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sandy Brown'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 Sandy Brown?
Sandy Brown has a estimated lightness value of 52.3, 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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