Sensational Sand 6094 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BFA38D, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Buttered Croissant from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BFA38D · 6094
Sensational Sand
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sensational Sand Technical Profile
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Sensational Sand in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sensational Sand in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSensational Sand
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsButtered Croissant
Buttered Croissant
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
French Pastry
Behr
Nearly identical
Woven Jute
Valspar
Nearly identical
Worsted Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Broken Arrow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sanded Grout
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pottery Beige
Kilz
Very similar
Swiss Cream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sensational Sand
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sensational Sand
#BFA38D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAB85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sensational Sand
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sensational Sand 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 Sensational Sand.
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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sensational Sand — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sensational Sand have?
Sensational Sand 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 Sensational Sand in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sensational Sand from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sensational Sand are Buttered Croissant by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), French Pastry by Behr (a near-identical match), Mocha Foam by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sensational Sand'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 Sensational Sand?
Sensational Sand has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.2, 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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