Drifting Sand DCP-0218 is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B6B2A9, LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Tinsel from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B6B2A9 · DCP-0218
Drifting Sand
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Drifting Sand Technical Profile
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Drifting Sand in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Drifting Sand in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDrifting Sand
Nearly identical
BehrSilver Tinsel
Silver Tinsel
Behr
Nearly identical
La Paloma Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Allegory
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Driftwood Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Throwing Shade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Boulder Creek
PPG
Nearly identical
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Soulful Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Quincy Granite
Vista Paint
Very similar
Quincy Granite
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Drifting Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Drifting Sand
#B6B2A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Drifting Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Drifting 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Drifting Sand.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Drifting Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Drifting Sand have?
Drifting Sand by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Drifting Sand in your own space before committing.
What colors match Drifting Sand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Drifting Sand are Silver Tinsel by Behr (a near-identical match), Greige by Behr (a near-identical match), Laid Back Gray by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Drifting 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 Drifting Sand?
Drifting Sand has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Drifting Sand's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.