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Sherwin Williams Sand Dune SW6086

Sand Dune

Sherwin Williams

SW6086

About Sand Dune by Sherwin Williams

Sand Dune SW6086 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 46% and hue near 26° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 45.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c5b1a2

RGB: 197, 177, 162

Hue26°

Saturation23%

Lightness70%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Sand Dune 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 Dune looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Sand Dune SW6086 a warm or cool color?
Sand Dune 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 Dune?
Sand Dune sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 26°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sand Dune?
Brightness is about 46%. Saturation is around 23%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 70%. Hue is close to 26°. The hex value is #c5b1a2. The RGB value is 197, 177, 162.
Is Sand Dune better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sand Dune has brightness around 46%. 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 Dune?
You can match Sand Dune 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 Dune work best in a home?
Sand Dune 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 Dune compare to a pure white paint?
Sand Dune 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 Dune 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 Dune 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 Dune. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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