Stone Hearth Alt → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Benjamin Moore Stone Hearth Alt (977), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Stone Hearth Alt
If you love Benjamin Moore Stone Hearth Alt but need a Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball, 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 Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball option is Drop Cloth (No.283) with a Delta E of 5, which is a "good match" level match. Drop Cloth is lighter but in the same warm beige family with F&B's chalky quality. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Stone Hearth Alt
Drop Cloth is lighter but in the same warm beige family with F&B's chalky quality.
| Stone Hearth Alt | Drop Cloth | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 40.11 | 53 |
| Hex | #B7AD9E | #CCC2B2 |
| Undertone | Warm Sandy Beige | Warm Linen Beige |
| 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.
Drop Cloth has warm linen beige undertones. A warm, linen-like beige. The color of natural canvas. Organic and earthy.
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.
Drop Cloth in Your Room
Warm and natural. Reads as a warm, organic beige.
LRV and Brightness
Stone Hearth Alt has an LRV of 40.11, while Drop Cloth has an LRV of 53. That means Drop Cloth reflects more light. If you switch from Stone Hearth Alt to Drop Cloth, 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.
Drop Cloth is recommended for: living room, bedroom, dining room, hallway, kitchen. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Drop Cloth in the same rooms you planned for Stone Hearth Alt.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Stone Hearth Alt (977) is Drop Cloth (No.283) with a Delta E of 5, which rates as a "good match" match. Drop Cloth is lighter but in the same warm beige family with F&B's chalky 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 Hearth Alt is a Benjamin Moore color with warm sandy beige undertones and an LRV of 40.11. Drop Cloth is a Farrow & Ball color with warm linen beige undertones and an LRV of 53. With a Delta E of 5, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. 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 5, 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 Farrow & Ball equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Farrow & Ball. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Farrow & Ball 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.