Sandalwood Tan 8479 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #918B6E, estimated LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wilderness from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #918B6E · 8479
Sandalwood Tan
26%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sandalwood Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#918B6E
RGB145, 139, 110
Estimated LRV25.6
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 Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Sandalwood Tan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sandalwood Tan
#918B6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sandalwood Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sandalwood Tan 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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Sandalwood Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sandalwood Tan have?
Sandalwood Tan by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Sandalwood Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sandalwood Tan are Wilderness by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Burning Idea by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Rattan Palm by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sandalwood Tan'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 Tan?
Sandalwood Tan has a estimated lightness value of 25.6, 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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