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Stony Ground
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Stony Ground Technical Profile
What color is Stony Ground? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #CEC1AD. Colors similar to Stony Ground include Vista Paint Sail Cloth, Behr Bungalow Beige, MPC Marrone Met.. Stony Ground has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Stony Ground sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Stony Ground pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Stony Ground
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stony Ground
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stony Ground
#CEC1AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stony Ground
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stony Ground 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Stony Ground.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stony Ground — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stony Ground have?
Stony Ground by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Stony Ground from other brands?
The closest matches are Sail Cloth by Vista Paint (#CEC2AF), Bungalow Beige by Behr (#CCBFAC), Marrone Met. by MPC (#D0C2AC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Stony Ground?
Stony Ground has an LRV of 54.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Stony Ground's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.