Valspar Western Sandstone 1001-10A
| Code: | 1001-10A |
| Name: | Western Sandstone |
| Brand: | Valspar |
What color is Valspar Western Sandstone?
Let’s dive into a full Western Sandstone paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 1001-10A. Find out if this gorgeous warm beige paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.
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What are Valspar Western Sandstone undertones?
The undertone of Western Sandstone can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#B1A39A
RGB code:
177, 163, 154
Is Valspar Western Sandstone 1001-10A cool or warm?
With a hue of 23° this Beige refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
1001-10A Western Sandstone HSL code: 23, 13%, 65%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- Warm grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Warm greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms.
- Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
How light temperature affects Western Sandstone
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Beige shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Valspar Western Sandstone:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
1001-10A
Western Sandstone
Darker shades
1001-10A
Western Sandstone
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Western Sandstone with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 203, such as Valspar Moroccan Moderne and Highlights.
LRV of Western Sandstone
Western Sandstone has an LRV of 37.9% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 37.9%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #b1a39a | |
| RGB Decimal | 177, 163, 154 | |
| RGB Percent | 69.41%, 63.92%, 60.39% | |
| HSV | Hue: 23° Saturation: 12.99% Value: 69.41% | |
| HSL | hsl(23, 13, 65) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 7.91 Yellow: 12.99 Key: 30.59 | |
| YIQ | Y: 166.16 I: 11.235 Q: 0.161 | |
| XYZ | X: 37.06 Y: 37.875 Z: 35.921 | |
| CIE Lab | L:67.929 a:3.52 b:6.509 | |
| CIE Luv | L:67.929 u:8.907 v:8.64 | |
| Decimal | 11641754 | |
| Hunter Lab | 61.543, -0.209, 8.474 |
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