Fortress Stone PPU8-17 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C5C0B1, estimated LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tyler Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C5C0B1 · PPU8-17
Fortress Stone
53%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fortress Stone Technical Profile
HEX Code#C5C0B1
RGB197, 192, 177
Estimated LRV52.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Fortress Stone
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fortress Stone
#C5C0B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fortress Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fortress 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
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Fortress Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fortress Stone have?
Fortress Stone by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Fortress Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fortress Stone are Tyler Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Greenwich Gate by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Dave's Den by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fortress 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 Fortress Stone?
Fortress Stone has a estimated lightness value of 52.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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