Ref. #D4C9A6 · 1026-2
Sanctuary
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sanctuary Technical Profile
What color is Sanctuary? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #D4C9A6. Colors similar to Sanctuary include Benjamin Moore Butter, Benjamin Moore Marble Canyon, Vista Paint Knit Cardigan. Sanctuary has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Sanctuary sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Sanctuary reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Sanctuary
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Butter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Knit Cardigan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gabriel's Light
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Light Aspiration
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ancient Scroll
Valspar
Nearly identical
Khaki Shade
Behr
Nearly identical
Ancestral Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Season'S Change
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sanctuary
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sanctuary
#D4C9A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sanctuary
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sanctuary 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Sanctuary.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sanctuary — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sanctuary have?
Sanctuary by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sanctuary from other brands?
The closest matches are Butter by Benjamin Moore (#D6C9A7), Marble Canyon by Benjamin Moore (#D6C9A7), Knit Cardigan by Vista Paint (#D5C8A7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sanctuary?
Sanctuary has an LRV of 58.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sanctuary's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.