Ref. #9D9887 · 9126
Honed Soapstone
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Honed Soapstone Technical Profile
What color is Honed Soapstone? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #9D9887. Colors similar to Honed Soapstone include Behr Dusty Olive, Benjamin Moore Gettysburg Gray, Benjamin Moore River Gorge Gray. Honed Soapstone has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Honed Soapstone depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Honed Soapstone 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 Honed Soapstone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Honed Soapstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Honed Soapstone
#9D9887
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Honed Soapstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Honed Soapstone 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Honed Soapstone.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Honed Soapstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Honed Soapstone have?
Honed Soapstone by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Honed Soapstone from other brands?
The closest matches are Dusty Olive by Behr (#9D9787), Gettysburg Gray by Benjamin Moore (#9B9785), River Gorge Gray by Benjamin Moore (#A19B8A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Honed Soapstone?
Honed Soapstone has an LRV of 31.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Honed Soapstone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.