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Sherwin Williams Touch of Sand SW9085

Touch of Sand

Sherwin Williams

SW9085

About Touch of Sand by Sherwin Williams

Touch of Sand SW9085 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 59% and hue near 29° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 58.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d5c7ba

RGB: 213, 199, 186

Hue29°

Saturation24%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Touch of Sand SW9085 a warm or cool color?
Touch of Sand 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 Touch of Sand?
Touch of Sand sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 29°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Touch of Sand?
Brightness is about 59%. Saturation is around 24%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 29°. The hex value is #d5c7ba. The RGB value is 213, 199, 186.
Is Touch of Sand better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Touch of Sand has brightness around 59%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Touch of Sand?
You can match Touch of Sand 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 Touch of Sand work best in a home?
Touch of Sand 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 Touch of Sand compare to a pure white paint?
Touch of Sand 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 Touch of Sand 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 Touch of Sand 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 Touch of Sand. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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