Randolph Stone CW-75 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #857E70, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Adaptive Shade from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #857E70 · CW-75
Randolph Stone
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Randolph Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Randolph Stone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreRandolph Stone
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAdaptive Shade
Adaptive Shade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rooted
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fireplace Mantel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Greyswood
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Manuscript
Behr
Nearly identical
Weathered Rock
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wildwood
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Empire
Valspar
Very similar
Dark Ash
PPG
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Colors That Work With Randolph Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Randolph Stone
#857E70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2A97F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Randolph Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Randolph 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Randolph Stone.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Randolph Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Randolph Stone have?
Randolph Stone by Benjamin Moore 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 Randolph Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Randolph Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Randolph Stone are Adaptive Shade by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Rooted by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Fireplace Mantel by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Randolph 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 Randolph Stone?
Randolph Stone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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