Ref. #F3D1C1 · C-46
Sand Island
69%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sand Island Technical Profile
What color is Sand Island? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F3D1C1. Colors similar to Sand Island include Hirshfield's Sand Island, Sherwin-Williams Koral Kicks, Sherwin-Williams Blushing. Sand Island has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Sand Island sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Sand Island
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sand Island
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sand Island
#F3D1C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2B370
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sand Island
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sand Island 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Sand Island.
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 Island — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sand Island have?
Sand Island by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sand Island from other brands?
The closest matches are Sand Island by Hirshfield's (#F4D1C2), Koral Kicks by Sherwin-Williams (#F2D1C3), Blushing by Sherwin-Williams (#F0D1C3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sand Island?
Sand Island has an LRV of 68.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sand Island's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.