Sand Storm 2004-10B is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D5C8BD, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Touch of Sand from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5C8BD · 2004-10B
Sand Storm
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sand Storm Technical Profile
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Sand Storm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sand Storm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSand Storm
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsTouch of Sand
Touch of Sand
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stable Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Granite Dust
Behr
Nearly identical
Bermuda Sand
PPG
Nearly identical
Rose Dust
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Avorio
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Desert Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Coconut Macaroon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Scallop
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Impressionist Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sand Storm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sand Storm
#D5C8BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sand Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sand Storm 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Sand Storm.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sand Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sand Storm have?
Sand Storm by Valspar 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 Sand Storm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sand Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sand Storm are Touch of Sand by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Realist Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Stable Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sand Storm'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 Sand Storm?
Sand Storm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 59.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sand Storm's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.