Quarry Stone 9603 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #978E7F, LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Tan from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #978E7F · 9603
Quarry Stone
28%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Quarry Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Quarry Stone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsQuarry Stone
Nearly identical
BehrSmokey Tan
Smokey Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Utility Wear
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cathedral Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dusty Cobblestone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Nearly identical
Winter Feather
PPG
Nearly identical
Stone Manor
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone Cottage
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sultry Castle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Quarry Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Quarry Stone
#978E7F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Quarry Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Quarry 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
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Quarry Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Quarry Stone have?
Quarry Stone by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Quarry Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Quarry Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Quarry Stone are Smokey Tan by Behr (a near-identical match), Utility Wear by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cathedral Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Quarry 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 Quarry Stone?
Quarry Stone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.5, 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 Quarry Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.