ColorplanBenjamin Moore Saint Martin Sand (2164-50) is a mid-tone beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 50. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Nomadic Desert (SW 6107), Farrow & Ball Templeton Pink (No.303) and Behr Classic Taupe (290E-3). For trim, try Vintage Taupe (2110-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 50.1 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #D1B7A3 |
| RGB | 209, 183, 163 |
| HSL | 26°, 33%, 73% |
About Saint Martin Sand
Saint Martin Sand (2164-50) is a mid-tone beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 50, Saint Martin Sand has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Saint Martin Sand's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. Next to Cashmere Wrap (CSP-345), it's warmer.
How Saint Martin Sand changes with the light
Saint Martin Sand has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Saint Martin Sand's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Saint Martin Sand will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Saint Martin Sand can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Saint Martin Sand will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Saint Martin Sand in real homes
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Saint Martin Sand equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Close · ΔE 3.8
Also close: Dhurrie Beige (ΔE 4.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 1.7
Also close: Setting Plaster (ΔE 2.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Saint Martin Sand questions
What undertone does Saint Martin Sand have?
Saint Martin Sand has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Saint Martin Sand's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Saint Martin Sand a light or dark color?
Saint Martin Sand has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 50.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 50, Saint Martin Sand has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Saint Martin Sand in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Nomadic Desert SW 6107 (close, ΔE 3.8); Farrow & Ball: Templeton Pink No.303 (very close, ΔE 1.7); Behr: Classic Taupe 290E-3 (close, ΔE 2.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Saint Martin Sand?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Saint Martin Sand's undertone.
Where does Saint Martin Sand work best?
Saint Martin Sand works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 50, Saint Martin Sand has visible color without darkening a room much.
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