Timson Sand
What Timson Sand Actually Looks Like
Timson Sand reads as a soft, sun-warmed sand color, sitting comfortably in the middle of the value range, neither too light nor too deep. It has the quiet, settled quality you expect from a historically inspired neutral, the kind of color that feels like it belongs rather than announces itself. On large walls it can feel almost like a warm off-white, but it carries enough body to hold its own in well-lit rooms.
Timson Sand Undertones
The hex and RGB values point to a color where red and green channels run close together and the blue channel drops off noticeably, which is the signature of a warm, yellow-to-tan leaning neutral. In practice you can expect a gentle wheaten warmth. In cool north-facing light that warmth may pull slightly toward a muted khaki. In rooms with strong afternoon sun it will lean more golden and honeyed.
Where Timson Sand Works Best
Timson Sand comes from the Colonial Williamsburg palette, a collection built around historically accurate, livable colors suited to formal and informal rooms alike. Its mid-range value and warm neutral character make it a natural fit for spaces where you want comfort without a strong color statement. Think living rooms, dining rooms, entry halls, and bedrooms where a grounded, earthy backdrop suits the furnishings.
Where to put Timson Sand
On all four walls of a living room, Timson Sand creates a warm, cohesive envelope. It works especially well with natural wood furniture and linen or cotton upholstery in cream, rust, or deep navy, which keep it feeling grounded rather than bland.
In a dining room, the mid-value warmth holds up well under incandescent or candlelight, shifting slightly golden in the evening. Pair it with dark wood trim and deep, saturated accents like burgundy or forest green for a historically resonant look.
An entry hall painted in Timson Sand gives a welcoming, settled first impression. Because halls often lack abundant natural light, test it in your specific space first, as reduced light can push the sandy tone toward a dull khaki.
In a bedroom, Timson Sand reads as calm and undemanding. It pairs well with soft white bedding and warm wood tones, and it will not compete with artwork or textiles the way a more saturated color would.
What to Pair With Timson Sand
Because no coordinating colors are listed in our database for this color, the pairings below draw on general principles for warm sandy neutrals in the Colonial Williamsburg palette. No specific Benjamin Moore color names are used unless we can verify them from your lists, so pairing guidance here stays general.
Colors that clash with Timson Sand
Timson Sand leans warm and those cool tones will fight it, making the wall color look muddy and the furnishings look cold at the same time.
A stark, blue-white trim will highlight the yellow warmth in Timson Sand and make the combination feel slightly off rather than crisp.
Common questions
Timson Sand has the Benjamin Moore code CW-140, a hex of #D8CDB9, and an LRV of 60, meaning it reflects a moderate amount of light and reads as a true mid-tone rather than a light or dark color.
Yes, it is available in both Benjamin Moore's interior and exterior product lines, so you can use it for indoor rooms or exterior applications like trim, siding, or doors.
Not exactly. In a north-facing room with cool, indirect light, the warm sandy tone can shift toward a muted khaki. In a south or west-facing room with strong warm light, it will lean more golden. Sample it in your actual space before committing.
For most living areas and bedrooms, an eggshell finish gives you a subtle sheen that is easy to clean without being reflective enough to highlight wall imperfections. In a dining room or entry hall that sees more wear, a satin finish is a practical step up.