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Benjamin Moore Sandy Brown (1046)

Popularbeige

HEX

#C8B090

RGB

200, 176, 144

LRV

40

Code

1046

Overview

Benjamin Moore Sandy Brown (1046) is a beige paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40. Medium-light — versatile for most rooms. This versatile shade works beautifully in living room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Transitional design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #C8B090 | RGB: 200, 176, 144
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 40 — Medium-light — versatile for most rooms
  • Undertone: Warm yellow
  • Color family: Beige
  • Best for: living room, bedroom, dining room, nursery
  • Design styles: Transitional, Contemporary, Farmhouse

Why Choose This Color

  • Sandy Brown is a popular Benjamin Moore color for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 40, it provides balanced light reflection
  • The warm yellow undertone makes it versatile for various design styles
  • Designers recommend Sandy Brown for Transitional aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Sandy Brown with a sample swatch before committing
  2. 2Observe at different times of day: morning, afternoon, and evening
  3. 3Consider room orientation: north-facing rooms appear cooler, south-facing warmer
  4. 4Pair with darker trim for contrast
  5. 5Use Benjamin Moore's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

benjamin-moorebeigewarm-yellowlrv-40living-roombedroomdining-roomnursery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Benjamin Moore Sandy Brown (1046) is a beige paint color with an LRV of 40, ideal for living room and bedroom spaces.