Sands of Time 6101 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BCA38B, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cup of Cocoa from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BCA38B · 6101
Sands of Time
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Sands of Time
Sands of Time is a warm, mid-tone tan-greige at LRV 39 — a soft, earthy neutral with a gentle depth that reads cozy and grounded. It's the choice for a warm whole-house color with a touch more presence than a pale tan, suited to homes that lean warm and traditional.
At this depth it can go a touch deeper in low light and warmer in warm light, so sample in place. It pairs with creamy whites and wood. Behr Basketry and Benjamin Moore Broken Arrow are its closest cross-brand matches.
Sands of Time Technical Profile
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Sands of Time in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sands of Time in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSands of Time
Nearly identical
BehrCup of Cocoa
Cup of Cocoa
Behr
Nearly identical
Broken Arrow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
10 Gallon Hat
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Buttered Croissant
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Worsted Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Mochatini
Kilz
Nearly identical
Swiss Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Nankeen
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Woven Jute
Valspar
Very similar
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sands of Time
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sands of Time
#BCA38B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sands of Time
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sands of Time 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
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More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sands of Time — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sands of Time have?
Sands of Time 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 Sands of Time in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sands of Time from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sands of Time are Cup of Cocoa by Behr (a near-identical match), Broken Arrow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Basketry by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sands of Time'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 Sands of Time?
Sands of Time has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sands of Time's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.