ColorplanBenjamin Moore Sand Dunes (1072) is a light beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 72. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Navajo White (SW 6126), Farrow & Ball Matchstick (No.2013) and Behr Navajo White (22). 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 | 71.5 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EADAC2 |
| RGB | 234, 218, 194 |
| HSL | 36°, 49%, 84% |
About Sand Dunes
Sand Dunes (1072) is a light beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 72, Sand Dunes reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sand Dunes'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. It's very close to Mystic Beige (2162-60); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Sand Dunes changes with the light
Sand Dunes 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
Sand Dunes's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Sand Dunes 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 Sand Dunes can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Sand Dunes will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Sand Dunes in real homes
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Sand Dunes 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
Very close · ΔE 1.3
Also close: Antique White (ΔE 1.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.1
Also close: Joa's White (ΔE 3.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Sand Dunes questions
What undertone does Sand Dunes have?
Sand Dunes has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sand Dunes's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Sand Dunes a light or dark color?
Sand Dunes has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 71.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 72, Sand Dunes reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Sand Dunes in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Navajo White SW 6126 (very close, ΔE 1.3); Farrow & Ball: Matchstick No.2013 (very close, ΔE 2.1); Behr: Navajo White 22 (very close, ΔE 2.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Sand Dunes?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Sand Dunes's undertone.
Where does Sand Dunes work best?
Sand Dunes works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 72, Sand Dunes reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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