Skimming Stone
A soft, tactile warm off-white stone shade. Creates tranquil, contemplative spaces that feel effortless and naturally lit.
Order an authentic 12"x12" Peel & Stick adhesive sample of Skimming Stone.
Skimming Stone
๐๏ธ Interactive Room VisualizerLive Simulation
See Skimming Stone on living room walls under different lighting temperatures.
๐ฌ Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant
Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.
Hexadecimal
#DCD5C9
Web & Digital
sRGB Values
220, 213, 201
Red, Green, Blue
LRV
62%
Reflects Light
HSL
38°, 21%, 83%
Hue, Sat, Light
CMYK
0,3,9,14
Print coordinates
Brand Tier
luxury
$145/gal MSRP
Top Budget Dupes for Skimming Stone
CIEDE2000 RankedCalculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.
Skimming Stone
Farrow & Ball
$145/gal
Edgecomb Gray
Benjamin Moore (HC-173)
$94/gal
"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"
Skimming Stone
Farrow & Ball
$145/gal
Gossamer Veil
Sherwin-Williams (SW 9165)
$82/gal
"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"
Skimming Stone
Farrow & Ball
$145/gal
Silver Drop
Behr (790E-2)
$48/gal
"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"
Skimming Stone
Farrow & Ball
$145/gal
Spanish Sand
Behr (OR-W07)
$48/gal
"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"
Skimming Stone Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands
Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.
| Brand | Matching Color | Code | Swatch | Similarity | ΔE | Price / Gal | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherwin-Williams | Gossamer Veil | SW 9165 | 94.2% | 1.68 | $82 | View Specs | |
| Benjamin Moore | Edgecomb Gray | HC-173 | 96.2% | 1.41 | $94 | View Specs | |
| Behr | Silver Drop | 790E-2 | 94.1% | 1.7 | $48 | View Specs | |
| Magnolia Home | Shiplap | JG-01 | 72% | 6.71 | $52 | View Specs | |
| Valspar | Swiss Coffee | 7002-16 | 82% | 4.2 | $44 | View Specs |
Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Skimming Stone
Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.
Pure White (SW 7005)
Sherwin-Williams โข LRV 84
Iron Ore (SW 7069)
Sherwin-Williams โข LRV 6
Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Farrow & Ball Skimming Stone. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Skimming Stone in Behr Marquee base".
Frequently Asked Questions About Skimming Stone
What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Farrow & Ball Skimming Stone?
The official hexadecimal color code is #DCD5C9. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 220, Green: 213, Blue: 201.
What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Skimming Stone?
Skimming Stone has an LRV of 62. Because its LRV is above 60, it reflects considerable natural daylight and works wonders in dimly lit, north-facing rooms.
What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Skimming Stone?
The closest budget alternative is Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray (HC-173), scoring a 96.2% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $51 per gallon.