Egyptian Sand DE6207 is a beige paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BEAC90, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wetland Clay from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEAC90 · DE6207
Egyptian Sand
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Egyptian Sand Technical Profile
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Egyptian Sand in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Egyptian Sand in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsEgyptian Sand
Nearly identical
ValsparWetland Clay
Wetland Clay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Favorite Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Woolen Sweater
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rock Cliffs
PPG
Nearly identical
Greenbrier Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Merino
Behr
Nearly identical
Olive Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Iced Mocha
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Egyptian Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Egyptian Sand
#BEAC90
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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
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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Egyptian Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Egyptian Sand have?
Egyptian Sand by Dunn-Edwards 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 Egyptian Sand in your own space before committing.
What colors match Egyptian Sand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Egyptian Sand are Wetland Clay by Valspar (a near-identical match), Favorite Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Woolen Sweater by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.5, 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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Why Egyptian Sand's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.