Sandbank 6052 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C3A497, LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cozy Blanket from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C3A497 · 6052
Sandbank
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sandbank Technical Profile
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Sandbank in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sandbank in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSandbank
Nearly identical
BehrCozy Blanket
Cozy Blanket
Behr
Nearly identical
Naked Clay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Howdy Partner
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Just Rosey
PPG
Nearly identical
Oak Plank
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Café Mocha
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Andes Ash
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hennepin Stone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tan Blush
Kilz
Very similar
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sandbank
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sandbank
#C3A497
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA585
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sandbank
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sandbank 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 Sandbank.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sandbank — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sandbank have?
Sandbank by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Sandbank in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sandbank from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sandbank are Cozy Blanket by Behr (a near-identical match), Naked Clay by Valspar (a near-identical match), Howdy Partner by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sandbank'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 Sandbank?
Sandbank has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.4, 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 Sandbank's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.