Stony Creek 9610 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #57534E, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dragon's Breath from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #57534E · 9610
Stony Creek
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Stony Creek Technical Profile
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Stony Creek in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stony Creek in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsStony Creek
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDragon's Breath
Dragon's Breath
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Forest Black
PPG
Nearly identical
Sturgis Gray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Equestrian Leather
Behr
Nearly identical
Ebony Field
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sturgis Gray
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Black Jack
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Binoculars
Kilz
Very similar
Ironside
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Liquorice
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stony Creek
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stony Creek
#57534E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F8256
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stony Creek
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stony Creek 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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Stony Creek — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stony Creek have?
Stony Creek by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) 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 Stony Creek in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stony Creek from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stony Creek are Dragon's Breath by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Forest Black by PPG (a near-identical match), Sturgis Gray by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Stony Creek'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 Stony Creek?
Stony Creek has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stony Creek's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.