Terracotta Sand DE6136 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D6BA9B, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Washed Khaki from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #D6BA9B · DE6136
Terracotta Sand
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Terracotta Sand Technical Profile
HEX Code#D6BA9B
RGB214, 186, 155
Estimated LRV51.8
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
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Terracotta Sand
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Terracotta Sand
#D6BA9B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1B37F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Terracotta Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Terracotta 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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Terracotta Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Terracotta Sand have?
Terracotta Sand by Dunn-Edwards 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 Terracotta Sand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Terracotta Sand are Washed Khaki by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Kombucha by Behr (a close digital match), Dusty Gold by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Terracotta 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 Terracotta Sand?
Terracotta Sand has a estimated lightness value of 51.8, 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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