Simple Stone 9521 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CDC7B7, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coliseum Marble from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDC7B7 · 9521
Simple Stone
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Simple Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simple 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-WilliamsSimple Stone
Nearly identical
BehrColiseum Marble
Coliseum Marble
Behr
Nearly identical
Ostrich Feather
PPG
Nearly identical
Ice Formations
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pumice Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Greyed
Valspar
Nearly identical
Oak Tone
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Oak Tone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Porcelain Slip
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silk Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Metal .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Oatmeal
Kilz
Very similar
Shaded White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simple Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simple Stone
#CDC7B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simple Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simple 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
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Simple Stone.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Simple Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simple Stone have?
Simple 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 Simple Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simple Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simple Stone are Coliseum Marble by Behr (a near-identical match), Ostrich Feather by PPG (a near-identical match), Ice Formations by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Simple 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 Simple Stone?
Simple Stone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Simple Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.