Timson Sand CW-140 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D9CEBA, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rattan Basket from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9CEBA · CW-140
Timson Sand
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Timson Sand Technical Profile
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Timson Sand in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Timson 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 MooreTimson Sand
Nearly identical
ValsparRattan Basket
Rattan Basket
Valspar
Nearly identical
Toasted Almond
PPG
Nearly identical
Oyster Bar
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Vintage Ephemera
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sugar Scrub
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bell Tower
Behr
Nearly identical
Mineral Water
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sandstone Palette
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Gold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Joa's White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Timson Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Timson Sand
#D9CEBA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Timson Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Timson 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 Timson Sand.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Timson Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Timson Sand have?
Timson Sand by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Timson Sand in your own space before committing.
What colors match Timson Sand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Timson Sand are Rattan Basket by Valspar (a near-identical match), Toasted Almond by PPG (a near-identical match), Wright Pearl Gray by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Timson 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 Timson Sand?
Timson Sand has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.0, 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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Why Timson Sand's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.