Ref. #C8B99B · MP20051
Sandalwood Met.
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sandalwood Met. Technical Profile
What color is Sandalwood Met.? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #C8B99B. Colors similar to Sandalwood Met. include Hirshfield's Wicker Basket, Sherwin-Williams Crewel Tan, Benjamin Moore Bennington Gray. Sandalwood Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives Sandalwood Met. depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Sandalwood Met. 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 Sandalwood Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Wicker Basket
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Crewel Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bennington Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bungalow Taupe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wicker Basket
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Epic
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wright Grey Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Rye Bread
Behr
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sandalwood Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sandalwood Met.
#C8B99B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sandalwood Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sandalwood Met. 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Sandalwood Met..
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sandalwood Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sandalwood Met. have?
Sandalwood Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Sandalwood Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Wicker Basket by Hirshfield's (#C7B699), Crewel Tan by Sherwin-Williams (#CBB99B), Bennington Gray by Benjamin Moore (#C3B69B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sandalwood Met.?
Sandalwood Met. has an LRV of 49.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sandalwood Met.'s neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.