Fossil Stone PMD-57 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A59E89, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sage the Day from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A59E89 · PMD-57
Fossil Stone
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fossil Stone Technical Profile
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Fossil Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fossil Stone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrFossil Stone
Nearly identical
ValsparSage the Day
Sage the Day
Valspar
Nearly identical
Khaki Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Victorian Garden
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Herbal Wash
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Macramé Knot
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sandy Bluff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Orestes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Greyswood
Kilz
Very similar
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fossil Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fossil Stone
#A59E89
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fossil Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fossil 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 Fossil 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.
Fossil Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fossil Stone have?
Fossil 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 Fossil Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fossil Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fossil Stone are Sage the Day by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blade of Grass by Valspar (a near-identical match), Khaki Green by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fossil 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 Fossil Stone?
Fossil Stone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.3, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fossil Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.