Skip to main content
Sherwin Williams Sand Dollar SW6099

Sand Dollar

Sherwin Williams

SW6099

About Sand Dollar by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 57.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d7c5b3

RGB: 215, 197, 179

Hue30°

Saturation31%

Lightness77%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Sand Dollar from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Sand Dollar looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Sand Dollar SW6099 a warm or cool color?
Sand Dollar by Sherwin Williams is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Sand Dollar?
Sand Dollar sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 30°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sand Dollar?
Brightness is about 58%. Saturation is around 31%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 77%. Hue is close to 30°. The hex value is #d7c5b3. The RGB value is 215, 197, 179.
Is Sand Dollar better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sand Dollar has brightness around 58%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sand Dollar?
You can match Sand Dollar with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Sand Dollar work best in a home?
Sand Dollar works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Sand Dollar compare to a pure white paint?
Sand Dollar is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Sand Dollar in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Sand Dollar in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Sand Dollar. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Sand Dollar. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.