Stepping Stones PWL-85 is a beige paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B2A18C, 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.
Ref. #B2A18C · PWL-85
Stepping Stones
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Stepping Stones Technical Profile
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Stepping Stones in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stepping Stones in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrStepping Stones
Nearly identical
KilzGone Country
Gone Country
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tony Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Worn Greige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Palm Springs Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Macadamia Brown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Elusive Morel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Faint Maple
Valspar
Nearly identical
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Quietude
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Deep Marsh
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stepping Stones
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Stepping Stones.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Stepping Stones in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stepping Stones from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stepping Stones are Gone Country by Kilz (a near-identical match), Tony Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Worn Greige by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stepping Stones's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.