Sand Dune 6086 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C5B1A2, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mink Haze from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5B1A2 · 6086
Sand Dune
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sand Dune Technical Profile
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Sand Dune in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sand Dune in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSand Dune
Nearly identical
BehrMink Haze
Mink Haze
Behr
Nearly identical
Jitney
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Western Sandstone
Valspar
Nearly identical
Coral Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ball of Twine
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Beach Party
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Council Bluff Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Staccato Mauve
Kilz
Very similar
Meadow Pink
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Baguette
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sand Dune
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sand Dune
#C5B1A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sand Dune
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sand Dune 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Sand Dune.
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 Dune — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sand Dune have?
Sand Dune by Sherwin-Williams 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 Dune in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sand Dune from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sand Dune are Mink Haze by Behr (a near-identical match), Jitney by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Western Sandstone by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sand Dune'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 Dune?
Sand Dune has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.9, 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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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 Sand Dune's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.