Sands of Time 8585 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #CBAB95, LRV 44 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apple Pie from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBAB95 · 8585
Sands of Time
44%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sands of Time Technical Profile
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Sands of Time in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sands of Time in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintSands of Time
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sApple Pie
Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Winthrop Peach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fox Hill
Behr
Nearly identical
Pinky Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pale Powder
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pottery Beige
Kilz
Nearly identical
Moenkopi Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Terra Tile
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sombrero Tan
PPG
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sands of Time
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sands of Time
#CBAB95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEAA84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sands of Time
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sands of Time 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 Sands of Time.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sands of Time — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sands of Time have?
Sands of Time by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) 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 Sands of Time in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sands of Time from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sands of Time are Apple Pie by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Winthrop Peach by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fox Hill by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sands of Time'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 Sands of Time?
Sands of Time has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sands of Time's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.