Sand Fossil 1098-3 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DECFB3, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Classic Buff from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DECFB3 · 1098-3
Sand Fossil
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sand Fossil Technical Profile
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Sand Fossil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sand Fossil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSand Fossil
Nearly identical
ValsparClassic Buff
Classic Buff
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lentil
Behr
Nearly identical
Dirty Martini
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cochise
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
String
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Yarmouth Oyster
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Moccasin
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Barely Beige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Muslin Tint
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pale Gold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stone .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sand Fossil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sand Fossil
#DECFB3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sand Fossil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sand Fossil 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 Sand Fossil.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sand Fossil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sand Fossil have?
Sand Fossil by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sand Fossil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sand Fossil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sand Fossil are Classic Buff by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lentil by Behr (a near-identical match), Limescent by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sand Fossil'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 Sand Fossil?
Sand Fossil has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sand Fossil's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.