Ref. #D0CBB6 · 1027-2
Skipping Stone
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Skipping Stone Technical Profile
What color is Skipping Stone? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #D0CBB6. Colors similar to Skipping Stone include Sherwin-Williams Ancient Marble, Hirshfield's Montezuma, Benjamin Moore Inner Balance. Skipping Stone has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 60, Skipping Stone 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, Skipping Stone 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 Skipping Stone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Skipping Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Skipping Stone
#D0CBB6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Skipping Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Skipping 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Skipping Stone.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Skipping Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Skipping Stone have?
Skipping Stone by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Skipping Stone from other brands?
The closest matches are Ancient Marble by Sherwin-Williams (#D1CCB9), Montezuma by Hirshfield's (#D2CDB6), Inner Balance by Benjamin Moore (#CEC8B4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Skipping Stone?
Skipping Stone has an LRV of 59.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Skipping Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.