Sandalwood 6008-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #968C74, LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Worn Leather Shoes from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #968C74 · 6008-2B
Sandalwood
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sandalwood Technical Profile
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Sandalwood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sandalwood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSandalwood
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWorn Leather Shoes
Worn Leather Shoes
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tawny Owl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dry Pasture
Behr
Nearly identical
Bunglehouse Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stone Cottage
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Britches
Vista Paint
Very similar
Canyon Floor Tan
PPG
Very similar
Shagbark Olive
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Winter Grass
Kilz
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sandalwood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sandalwood
#968C74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sandalwood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sandalwood 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 Sandalwood.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sandalwood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sandalwood have?
Sandalwood by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sandalwood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sandalwood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sandalwood are Worn Leather Shoes by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tawny Owl by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Dry Pasture by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sandalwood'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 Sandalwood?
Sandalwood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.5, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sandalwood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.