Skimming Stone vs Edgecomb Gray
A side-by-side comparison of Farrow & Ball Skimming Stone (No.241) and Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray (HC-173).
| Farrow & Ball Skimming Stone | Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | No.241 | HC-173 |
| Hex |
#CBC4B9
|
#DAD2C4
|
| RGB | 203, 196, 185 | 218, 210, 196 |
| LRV | 57 | 63.88 |
| Undertone | Warm Stone | Warm Beige |
| Family | Greige | Greige |
| Best Rooms | Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Kitchen, Whole House | Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Open Floor Plan, Whole House |
LRV Comparison
Light Reflectance Value measures how much light a color reflects. Skimming Stone has an LRV of 57 (medium) and Edgecomb Gray has an LRV of 63.88 (light). Edgecomb Gray will make a room feel noticeably brighter.
The Full Comparison
Two light warm neutrals from Farrow and Ball and Benjamin Moore that fill similar roles. Skimming Stone is a warm stone neutral with subtle yellow undertones. Edgecomb Gray is a light greige with balanced beige-gray undertones. In a period home with original features, Skimming Stone's warmth feels authentic and historical. In a modern open-plan space, Edgecomb Gray's more neutral character adapts to varied furnishing styles. Skimming Stone commands a premium price, so Edgecomb Gray is often recommended as a more accessible alternative that captures a similar warmth.
Skimming Stone Undertones
A warm, natural stone color with earthy beige-gray undertones. One of F&B's most versatile neutrals. Organic and sophisticated.
Edgecomb Gray Undertones
A light, airy greige that sits between Revere Pewter and Pale Oak in depth. Warm without being heavy, with balanced beige-gray undertones.
Lighting Behavior
Skimming Stone: Reads as a warm, natural gray-beige in most rooms. The stone quality gives it an organic feel. Beautiful with natural wood and linen textures.
Edgecomb Gray: One of the more versatile greiges. Reads warm in cool light and stays neutral in warm light. Less likely to pull green than Revere Pewter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Skimming Stone (Farrow & Ball) and Edgecomb Gray (Benjamin Moore) are not the same color. They're in the same family (greige), but they differ in undertone, LRV, and how they behave in different lighting. Skimming Stone has warm stone undertones, while Edgecomb Gray has warm beige undertones. Always compare physical samples before choosing.
Edgecomb Gray is lighter with an LRV of 63.88, compared to Skimming Stone's LRV of 57. LRV (Light Reflectance Value) measures how much light a color reflects on a scale from 0 (black) to 100 (white).
That's a popular combination. Using the darker Skimming Stone (LRV 57) on walls and the lighter Edgecomb Gray (LRV 63.88) on trim creates a classic contrast that makes the trim pop.