Amber Waves vs Beachcrest Sand paint color comparison

Amber Waves vs Beachcrest Sand

Amber Waves and Beachcrest Sand come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. The 20-point LRV gap — 74 for Beachcrest Sand vs 54 for Amber Waves — means Beachcrest Sand will open up a space more effectively. Both share a red character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 22.7 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Amber Waves
Benjamin Moore · 2159-40
LRV54.2
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number2159-40
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessMedium
Beachcrest Sand
Benjamin Moore · 114
LRV73.8
BrandBenjamin Moore
Number114
UndertoneRed
TemperatureWarm
BrightnessLight

Amber Waves vs Beachcrest Sand Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Amber Waves on one side and Beachcrest Sand on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.