Abbey Stone MQ2-56 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #ABA096, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simmering Smoke from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ABA096 · MQ2-56
Abbey Stone
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Abbey Stone Technical Profile
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Abbey Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Abbey Stone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAbbey Stone
Nearly identical
PPGSimmering Smoke
Simmering Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Mocha Mousse
Kilz
Nearly identical
Palisade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Iron Clawfoot
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rocky Mountain Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Drifting Sand
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Kelmscott
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Shenandoah
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Smoked Oyster
Valspar
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Abbey Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Abbey Stone
#ABA096
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Abbey Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Abbey Stone Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Abbey Stone.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Abbey Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Abbey Stone have?
Abbey Stone by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Abbey Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Abbey Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Abbey Stone are Simmering Smoke by PPG (a near-identical match), Mocha Mousse by Kilz (a near-identical match), Winter's Nap by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Abbey Stone's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Abbey Stone?
Abbey Stone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Abbey Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.