Sahara DEC747 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D5C3AD, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kilim Beige from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5C3AD · DEC747
Sahara
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sahara Technical Profile
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Sahara in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sahara in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSahara
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsKilim Beige
Kilim Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Westwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Beach Dune
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wild Porcini
Behr
Nearly identical
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Mushroom Cap
PPG
Nearly identical
Adobe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bronze Mist
Kilz
Nearly identical
Heritage Hills
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Moth Wing
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sahara
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sahara
#D5C3AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sahara
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sahara 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Sahara.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sahara — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sahara have?
Sahara by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sahara in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sahara from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sahara are Kilim Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Westwood by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Beach Dune by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sahara'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 Sahara?
Sahara has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sahara's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.