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A match of Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand is a light sand beige with a warm, slightly yellow cast and low chroma. It reads as a soft neutral rather than a clean cream or a deep tan, with enough warmth to feel earthy and enough lightness to stay visually quiet.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be useful on PVC pipe, vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, brackets, railings, shutters, mailboxes, and hardware pieces where a muted tan finish needs to look consistent across small parts. It also suits baskets, shelf supports, frames, and fixture components when a subdued sand tone is easier to coordinate than a brighter beige.

Because this color is light and fairly low in chroma, it will usually show substrate color, edge wear, and prep flaws more readily than a darker paint. A smooth, even base and steady film build help keep the color reading uniform, especially on plastic, metal, or previously coated surfaces. Finish choice can also change the look, since gloss can make the surface condition and warmth more noticeable.

Similar colors:

CH-33 Twine
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About BEHR Paint

BEHR is a dynamic company that actively embraces quality and innovation to bring the paint industry the very best products and services. Their bold entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to integrity and to doing the right thing has been the cornerstone of their success since 1947. BEHR enjoys great brand presence and a reputation for unparalleled quality, innovation, value and performance. People know and love the BEHR brand.

Matching BEHR Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the BEHR paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original BEHR color by matching the original BEHR color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using BEHR paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the BEHR Color and may not match BEHR Color standards. Refer to BEHR Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original BEHR color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Behr™ ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand *

Can I use MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand on plastic parts?

Yes, but plastics vary widely, so the safe approach is to test on the actual material first. MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand can adhere well to many plastics, but some low-energy or flexible plastics need better prep to hold up.

If adhesion matters on your project, use the MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel before painting. That can improve grip on difficult substrates and reduce the risk of peeling or poor holdout.

How much area will MyPerfectColor paint matched to Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand cover?

Coverage depends on the size of the surface, texture, hiding power, application method, and how many coats you need. A typical can of MyPerfectColor spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat.

For other paint formats, coverage is often about 400 to 600 square feet per gallon, but the exact amount still depends on the job. If your surface is rough, dark, or irregular, plan for extra material so you do not run short.

What projects work well with MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand?

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand is useful for items that are awkward or inefficient to coat with a brush, such as trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, and accessories.

It is also practical for small parts that need to coordinate with an existing paint color, especially when you want a repeatable match on removable or hard-to-brush items.

What is the best way to apply MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand?

Use light, even coats rather than one heavy coat. Keep the can moving, overlap each pass slightly, and maintain a consistent distance from the surface so the finish builds evenly.

Heavy passes can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy-looking color build, especially on detailed parts. If you are painting a small fixture, pipe, or accessory, several thin coats are usually safer than trying to cover everything at once.

How do I choose a finish for Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand in MyPerfectColor paint?

Select the finish based on how the part will be used and how much reflectivity you want on the final item. Sheen affects durability, cleanup, and how the matched color reads once it is applied.

For Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand, the gloss level can make the same color look different on the finished surface, so it is important to order the finish that fits the project instead of choosing by color alone.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand?
The RGB values for Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand are 235, 221, 202 and the HEX code is #EBDDCA. The LRV for Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand is 73.74. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand?
The Hue Angle for Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand is 80.95 and the chroma is 11.32. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.
Does Behr paint color Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand need primer?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Behr paint, but it does match the Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand and all the other Behr colors in a wide variety of paint types. The need for primer depends on the specific paint and the substrate being painted. The top quality paints these days tend to be self-priming over most surfaces, while paint at the mid to lower grade quality levels will need a separate primer. Most special situations such as bleeding type woods or difficult to adhere surfaces like plastic will often need a specialty primer. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project and whether you need a primer.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.

Learn more about our color matching service.

How do I convert Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Behr ECC-40-2 Southwest Sand in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.