Sandalwood Tan 8479 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #918B6E, 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.
Ref. #918B6E · 8479
Sandalwood Tan
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sandalwood Tan Technical Profile
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Sandalwood Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sandalwood Tan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintSandalwood Tan
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsWilderness
Wilderness
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Burning Idea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rattan Palm
PPG
Nearly identical
Hancock Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ripe Olives
Valspar
Very similar
Winter Grass
Kilz
Very similar
Oregano Spice
Behr
Very similar
Sheraton Sage
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Heuchera Leaf
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Yellow Grey
RAL
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sandalwood Tan
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
Pure 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
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Sandalwood Tan.
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 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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sandalwood Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sandalwood Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sandalwood Tan are Wilderness by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Burning Idea by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Rattan Palm by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sandalwood Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.