Stone Hearth Alt → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Benjamin Moore Stone Hearth Alt (977), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Stone Hearth Alt
If you love Benjamin Moore Stone Hearth Alt but need a Behr 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 Behr, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Stone Hearth Alt (977) is a medium beige with warm sandy beige undertones. A warm, sandy beige with earthy depth. Slightly lighter than Stone Hearth, sandier than Cedar Key. Popular for both interiors and exteriors. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 40.11) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Stone Hearth Alt and every Behr 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 Behr option is Sandstone Cliff (PPU7-09) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Sandstone Cliff is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Stone Hearth Alt
Sandstone Cliff is similar.
| Stone Hearth Alt | Sandstone Cliff | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 40.11 | 48 |
| Hex | #B7AD9E | #C3B9AA |
| Undertone | Warm Sandy Beige | Warm Sandstone |
| Family | Beige | Beige |
Undertone Comparison
Stone Hearth Alt has warm sandy beige undertones. A warm, sandy beige with earthy depth. Slightly lighter than Stone Hearth, sandier than Cedar Key. Popular for both interiors and exteriors.
Sandstone Cliff has warm sandstone undertones. A warm, sandy beige with the layered quality of desert sandstone. Earthy and substantial at medium depth.
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 Hearth Alt in Your Room
Warm and sandy. Consistent and reliable. A solid warm beige at medium depth.
Sandstone Cliff in Your Room
Warm and earthy. In bright rooms, the sandstone quality is visible. In dim rooms, cozy and grounding.
LRV and Brightness
Stone Hearth Alt has an LRV of 40.11, while Sandstone Cliff has an LRV of 48. That means Sandstone Cliff reflects more light. If you switch from Stone Hearth Alt to Sandstone Cliff, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Stone Hearth Alt
Benjamin Moore recommends Stone Hearth Alt for: living room, exterior, bedroom, dining room, hallway. With an LRV of 40.11, this is a medium color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Sandstone Cliff is recommended for: living room, bedroom, dining room, hallway, exterior. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Sandstone Cliff in the same rooms you planned for Stone Hearth Alt.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Stone Hearth Alt (977) is Sandstone Cliff (PPU7-09) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Sandstone Cliff is similar. 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 Hearth Alt is a Benjamin Moore color with warm sandy beige undertones and an LRV of 40.11. Sandstone Cliff is a Behr color with warm sandstone undertones and an LRV of 48. 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 Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr 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.