What is the HEX code and RGB for Behr Spanish Sand?

The exact hexadecimal code for Behr Spanish Sand (OR-W07) is #DDD6C6. Its sRGB values are R: 221, G: 214, B: 198.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Spanish Sand?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Behr Spanish Sand is 67. This makes it a light, luminous color that bounces significant natural light.

What is the best cheap dupe for Behr Spanish Sand?

The best budget match for Behr Spanish Sand is Farrow & Ball Shadow White (No. 272) with a 96.7% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 1.22), saving $0 per gallon.

What undertones does Spanish Sand have?

Behr Spanish Sand features Soft Stone, Warm Linen, Plaster White undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

BehrCode: OR-W07Whites & Off-Whites

Spanish Sand

Behr #1 match for Farrow & Ball Shadow White and BM Pale Oak for warm, calming walls.

Dominant Undertones:

Soft StoneWarm LinenPlaster White

Est. Price: $48/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

67/ 100

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🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#DDD6C6

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

221, 214, 198

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

67%

Reflects Light

HSL

42°, 25%, 82%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

0,3,10,13

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

budget

$48/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Spanish Sand

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

#1Farrow & Ball Alternative

96.7% Match

Spanish Sand

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Shadow White

Farrow & Ball (No. 272)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.22

LRV Comparison:67 vs 68

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#2Benjamin Moore Alternative

96.7% Match

Spanish Sand

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Edgecomb Gray

Benjamin Moore (HC-173)

$94/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.25

LRV Comparison:67 vs 63.1

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Ace Hardware / BM Store

#3Farrow & Ball Alternative

93.9% Match

Spanish Sand

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Skimming Stone

Farrow & Ball (No. 241)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.74

LRV Comparison:67 vs 62

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#4Farrow & Ball Alternative

92.3% Match

Spanish Sand

Behr

$48/gal

DUPE

Ammonite

Farrow & Ball (No. 274)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):2.1

LRV Comparison:67 vs 65

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

Spanish Sand Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Sherwin-Williams	Gossamer Veil	SW 9165	89.6%	2.71	$82	View Specs
Benjamin Moore	Edgecomb Gray	HC-173	96.7%	1.25	$94	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Shadow White	No. 272	96.7%	1.22	$145	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Shiplap	JG-01	69.8%	7.35	$52	View Specs
Valspar	Swiss Coffee	7002-16	83.5%	3.91	$44	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Spanish Sand

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Behr Spanish Sand. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Spanish Sand in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Spanish Sand

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Behr Spanish Sand?

The official hexadecimal color code is #DDD6C6. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 221, Green: 214, Blue: 198.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Spanish Sand?

Spanish Sand has an LRV of 67. Because its LRV is above 60, it reflects considerable natural daylight and works wonders in dimly lit, north-facing rooms.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Spanish Sand?

The closest budget alternative is Farrow & Ball Shadow White (No. 272), scoring a 96.7% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $0 per gallon.