Ref. #CDC2B6 · RK150
Buried In Sand
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Buried In Sand Technical Profile
What color is Buried In Sand? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #CDC2B6. Colors similar to Buried In Sand include Benjamin Moore Alphano Beige, PPG Great Gray, PPG Whippet. Buried In Sand has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Buried In Sand sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Buried In Sand pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Buried In Sand
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Alphano Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Great Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Gravelstone
Behr
Nearly identical
Perfect Backdrop
Valspar
Nearly identical
Elephant's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Twilight Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hearthstone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Awakening
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buried In Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buried In Sand
#CDC2B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buried In Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buried In 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Buried In 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.
Buried In Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buried In Sand have?
Buried In Sand by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Buried In Sand from other brands?
The closest matches are Alphano Beige by Benjamin Moore (#D0C5B8), Great Gray by PPG (#CBC1B4), Whippet by PPG (#CEC1B5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Buried In Sand?
Buried In Sand has an LRV of 54.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Buried In Sand's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.