Stony Ground → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Farrow & Ball Stony Ground (No.211), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Stony Ground
If you love Farrow & Ball Stony Ground 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 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 Behr 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 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 good news: there is a strong Behr match for Stony Ground. Coastal Beige (PPU7-08) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Coastal Beige is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
Behr Matches for Stony Ground
Coastal Beige is the closest Behr option. Very close match.
| Stony Ground | Coastal Beige | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 55 | 55 |
| Hex | #CDC4B5 | #CFC6B7 |
| Undertone | Warm Stone Beige | Warm Coastal Beige |
| Family | Beige | Beige |
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.
Coastal Beige has warm coastal beige undertones. A warm, sandy beige with coastal quality.
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.
Coastal Beige in Your Room
Warm and sandy. Natural and breezy.
LRV and Brightness
Stony Ground has an LRV of 55, while Coastal Beige has an LRV of 55. 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.
Coastal Beige is recommended for: living room, bedroom, hallway, dining room, whole house. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Coastal Beige in the same rooms you planned for Stony Ground.
Stony Ground in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Stony Ground (No.211) is Coastal Beige (PPU7-08) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Coastal Beige is the closest Behr option. Very close match. 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. Coastal Beige is a Behr color with warm coastal beige undertones and an LRV of 55. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. 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 2, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
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.