Sahara Dust 8004-16A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #EFDFCB, estimated LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smooth Ivory from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #EFDFCB · 8004-16A
Sahara Dust
75%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sahara Dust Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFDFCB
RGB239, 223, 203
Estimated LRV75.4
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 Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Sahara Dust
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Smooth Ivory
Dutch Boy
#F1E1CD
Close digital match
Sugar Beige
Kilz
#F0DFCB
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Gentle Repose
Benjamin Moore
#F0E0CD
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So Much Fawn
Behr
#F1E0CB
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Intricate Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
#EDDDCA
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Almond
Dunn-Edwards
#EDDCC8
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Berkshire Lace
PPG
#F0E1CF
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Pale Gingersnap
Vista Paint
#EBDDCA
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Pale Gingersnap
Hirshfield's
#EADDCA
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Dimity
Farrow & Ball
#EEE3D3
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Colors That Work With Sahara Dust
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sahara Dust
#EFDFCB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6B979
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sahara Dust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sahara Dust 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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Sahara Dust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sahara Dust have?
Sahara Dust by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Sahara Dust from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sahara Dust are Smooth Ivory by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sugar Beige by Kilz (a close digital match), Gentle Repose by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sahara Dust'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 Sahara Dust?
Sahara Dust has a estimated lightness value of 75.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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