Skipping Stones DET567 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #70939E, LRV 27 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flood Tide from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #70939E · DET567
Skipping Stones
27%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Skipping Stones Technical Profile
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Skipping Stones in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Skipping Stones in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSkipping Stones
Nearly identical
ValsparFlood Tide
Flood Tide
Valspar
Nearly identical
Old Nantucket Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Secret Cove
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Breezy Indigo
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stone Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Adirondack Blue
Behr
Very similar
Streamed Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hemlock
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ocean Melody
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Totally Scientific
Kilz
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Skipping Stones
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Skipping Stones
#70939E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Skipping Stones
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Skipping 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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Skipping Stones — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Skipping Stones have?
Skipping Stones by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Skipping Stones in your own space before committing.
What colors match Skipping Stones from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Skipping Stones are Flood Tide by Valspar (a near-identical match), Old Nantucket Teal by PPG (a near-identical match), Secret Cove by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Skipping 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 Skipping Stones?
Skipping Stones has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Skipping Stones's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.