Stepping Stone 1010-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A4A7A4, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sharkskin from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A4A7A4 · 1010-4
Stepping Stone
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Stepping Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stepping Stone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGStepping Stone
Nearly identical
BehrSharkskin
Sharkskin
Behr
Nearly identical
Ironed Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Gris
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Titanic Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hazy Stratus
Valspar
Nearly identical
Muted Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Slate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Techile
Hirshfield's
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Soft Steel
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stepping Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stepping Stone
#A4A7A4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stepping Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stepping 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 Stepping Stone.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stepping Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stepping Stone have?
Stepping Stone by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Stepping Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stepping Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stepping Stone are Sharkskin by Behr (a near-identical match), Chain Reaction by Behr (a near-identical match), Ironed Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Stepping Stone'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 Stepping Stone?
Stepping Stone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stepping Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.