Ref. #5D5142 · C-199
Stony Field
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Stony Field Technical Profile
What color is Stony Field? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #5D5142. Colors similar to Stony Field include PPG Star Anise, Benjamin Moore Char Brown, Hirshfield's Brown Suede. Stony Field has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Stony Field creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Stony Field 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 Stony Field
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stony Field
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stony Field
#5D5142
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C7E54
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stony Field
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stony Field 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Stony Field.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stony Field — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stony Field have?
Stony Field by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Stony Field from other brands?
The closest matches are Star Anise by PPG (#5C5042), Char Brown by Benjamin Moore (#5B5041), Brown Suede by Hirshfield's (#5B4F41). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Stony Field?
Stony Field has an LRV of 8.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stony Field's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.