Ref. #F8E2DE · 7001-3
Soft Stone
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soft Stone Technical Profile
What color is Soft Stone? It's a light warm red with the hex code #F8E2DE. Colors similar to Soft Stone include Behr Shell Ginger, Behr Island Hopping, Behr Almond Kiss. Soft Stone has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Soft Stone reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Soft Stone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Shell Ginger
Behr
Nearly identical
Pink Chablis
PPG
Nearly identical
Lady Anne
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Powder Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
First Kiss
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Middleton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Lady Anne
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cotton Candy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soft Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soft Stone
#F8E2DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1A571
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soft Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soft 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Soft Stone.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soft Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soft Stone have?
Soft Stone by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Soft Stone from other brands?
The closest matches are Shell Ginger by Behr (#FBE4E0), Island Hopping by Behr (#FAE3E0), Almond Kiss by Behr (#F9E4DF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Soft Stone?
Soft Stone has an LRV of 79.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Soft Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.