Sandstone
With a focus on versatile tones, Sandstone (EX206) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to add character and warmth to any space. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#BDB9A9
LRV
48.38
Sandstone's Color Strip
Sandstone is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Wedgewood and Monterey Grey. The strip spans from Blustery Day at the lightest end to Grey Jay at the deepest. Color strip Ex30 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Sandstone in Real Rooms
Sandstone has a medium-high LRV of 48.38 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Sandstone provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
The walls here show Sandstone in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Sandstone is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
A bedroom painted in Sandstone — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Sandstone in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Sandstone, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
See Sandstone in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Sandstone, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
A foyer painted in Sandstone sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Sandstone's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Sandstone in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
This kitchen scene shows how Sandstone holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Sandstone. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
See how Sandstone holds up in a real living room setting.
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