Stone Mason Gray → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Valspar Stone Mason Gray (VR083C), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Stone Mason Gray
If you love Valspar Stone Mason Gray 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 Valspar, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Stone Mason Gray (VR083C) is a medium greige with warm stone greige undertones. A warm greige with a natural stone quality. Deeper than Coastal Villa, lighter than Woodlawn Colonial Gray. Organic and earthy with enough gray to avoid reading as beige. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 50) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Stone Mason Gray 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 3.4, which is a "good match" level match. Revere Pewter is close. Both are warm greiges with a natural, organic quality. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Stone Mason Gray
Revere Pewter is close. Both are warm greiges with a natural, organic quality.
| Stone Mason Gray | Revere Pewter | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 50 | 55.51 |
| Hex | #C5BFB5 | #CCC2B0 |
| Undertone | Warm Stone Greige | Warm Beige |
| Family | Greige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Stone Mason Gray has warm stone greige undertones. A warm greige with a natural stone quality. Deeper than Coastal Villa, lighter than Woodlawn Colonial Gray. Organic and earthy with enough gray to avoid reading as beige.
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
Stone Mason Gray in Your Room
The stone quality is consistent and natural. In bright rooms, the gray component keeps it modern. In warm light, the earthy warmth emerges. A well-balanced neutral for any room.
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
Stone Mason Gray has an LRV of 50, while Revere Pewter has an LRV of 55.51. That means Revere Pewter reflects more light. If you switch from Stone Mason Gray to Revere Pewter, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Stone Mason Gray
Valspar recommends Stone Mason Gray for: living room, bedroom, hallway, dining room, whole house. With an LRV of 50, 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 Stone Mason Gray.
Stone Mason Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Stone Mason Gray (VR083C) is Revere Pewter (HC-172) with a Delta E of 3.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Revere Pewter is close. Both are warm greiges with a natural, organic quality. 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. Stone Mason Gray is a Valspar color with warm stone greige undertones and an LRV of 50. Revere Pewter is a Benjamin Moore color with warm beige undertones and an LRV of 55.51. With a Delta E of 3.4, 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 3.4, 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.