Ref. #C9C6C0 · MP7897
Stonington Gray
57%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Stonington Gray Technical Profile
What color is Stonington Gray? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #C9C6C0. Colors similar to Stonington Gray include Vista Paint Place of Dust, Kilz Boardwalk, PPG Early Evening. Stonington Gray has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Stonington Gray 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, Stonington Gray 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 Stonington Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stonington Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stonington Gray
#C9C6C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stonington Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stonington Gray 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Stonington Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stonington Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stonington Gray have?
Stonington Gray by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Stonington Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Place of Dust by Vista Paint (#C7C4BF), Boardwalk by Kilz (#C8C6C2), Early Evening by PPG (#CAC7BF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Stonington Gray?
Stonington Gray has an LRV of 56.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Stonington Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.