Stepping Stones PWL-85 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B2A18C, estimated LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gone Country from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B2A18C · PWL-85
Stepping Stones
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Stepping Stones Technical Profile
HEX Code#B2A18C
RGB178, 161, 140
Estimated LRV36.8
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familybeige
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Stepping Stones
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stepping Stones
#B2A18C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stepping Stones
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stepping Stones 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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Stepping Stones — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stepping Stones have?
Stepping Stones by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Stepping Stones from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stepping Stones are Gone Country by Kilz (a close digital match), Tony Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Worn Greige by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Stepping Stones'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 Stepping Stones?
Stepping Stones has a estimated lightness value of 36.8, 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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