Sands of Time 6101 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BCA38B, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #BCA38B · 6101
Sands of Time
39%Estimated LRV
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
HEX Code#BCA38B
RGB188, 163, 139
Estimated LRV38.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Compare alternatives to Sands of Time
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cup of Cocoa
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#BAA087
Close digital match
Broken Arrow
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#B9A28D
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#BBA18C
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#C2A891
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#BCA791
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#BEA893
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#B89E82
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Colors That Work With Sands of Time
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 close digital match), Broken Arrow by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Basketry by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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