Skipping Stone Grey 70YY 39/057 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ABA9A0, estimated LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ashford from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #ABA9A0 · 70YY 39/057
Skipping Stone Grey
40%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Skipping Stone Grey Technical Profile
HEX Code#ABA9A0
RGB171, 169, 160
Estimated LRV39.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Skipping Stone Grey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Skipping Stone Grey
#ABA9A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Skipping Stone Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Skipping Stone Grey 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 Stone Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Skipping Stone Grey have?
Skipping Stone Grey by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Skipping Stone Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Skipping Stone Grey are Ashford by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Cape May Cobblestone by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Simply Neutral by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Skipping Stone Grey'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 Stone Grey?
Skipping Stone Grey has a estimated lightness value of 39.6, 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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