Stony Ground → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Farrow & Ball Stony Ground (No.211), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Stony Ground
If you love Farrow & Ball Stony Ground but need a Benjamin Moore alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Stony Ground (No.211) is a medium beige with warm stone beige undertones. A warm, organic stone beige. The F&B equivalent of a warm greige. Natural and earthy, like the chalky limestone of the English countryside. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 55) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Stony Ground and every Benjamin Moore color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Benjamin Moore option is Revere Pewter (HC-172) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Revere Pewter is close. Both are warm, organic greige-beiges. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Stony Ground
Revere Pewter is close. Both are warm, organic greige-beiges.
| Stony Ground | Revere Pewter | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 55 | 55.51 |
| Hex | #CDC4B5 | #CCC2B0 |
| Undertone | Warm Stone Beige | Warm Beige |
| Family | Beige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Stony Ground has warm stone beige undertones. A warm, organic stone beige. The F&B equivalent of a warm greige. Natural and earthy, like the chalky limestone of the English countryside.
Revere Pewter has warm beige undertones. A true greige with warm beige undertones. Leans slightly toward yellow-green in certain light, but reads as a neutral warm gray in most conditions.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Stony Ground in Your Room
Warm and organic. In bright rooms, a warm, natural beige. In dim rooms, cozy and grounding. Pairs beautifully with F&B's stronger accent colors.
Revere Pewter in Your Room
In north-facing rooms, the gray comes forward. In south-facing rooms, the warmth dominates. Under warm bulbs, it can lean slightly green. LED daylight bulbs keep it most neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Stony Ground has an LRV of 55, while Revere Pewter has an LRV of 55.51. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Stony Ground
Farrow & Ball recommends Stony Ground for: living room, hallway, bedroom, kitchen, whole house. With an LRV of 55, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Revere Pewter is recommended for: living room, bedroom, hallway, open floor plan, whole house. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Revere Pewter in the same rooms you planned for Stony Ground.
Stony Ground in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Stony Ground (No.211) is Revere Pewter (HC-172) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Revere Pewter is close. Both are warm, organic greige-beiges. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Stony Ground is a Farrow & Ball color with warm stone beige undertones and an LRV of 55. Revere Pewter is a Benjamin Moore color with warm beige undertones and an LRV of 55.51. With a Delta E of 3.8, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3.8, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.