ColorplanBenjamin Moore Williamsburg Stone (CW-25) is a mid-tone beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 57. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Ramie (SW 6156), Farrow & Ball String (No.8) and Behr Sandstone Cliff (750C-3). For trim, try Alabaster (OC-129).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 57.4 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #D2C7A8 |
| RGB | 210, 199, 168 |
| HSL | 44°, 32%, 74% |
About Williamsburg Stone
Williamsburg Stone (CW-25) is a mid-tone beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 57, Williamsburg Stone has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Williamsburg Stone's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. It's very close to Jonesboro Cream (241); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Williamsburg Stone changes with the light
Williamsburg Stone has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Williamsburg Stone's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Williamsburg Stone will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Williamsburg Stone can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Williamsburg Stone will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Williamsburg Stone in real homes
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Williamsburg Stone equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
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Williamsburg Stone questions
What undertone does Williamsburg Stone have?
Williamsburg Stone has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Williamsburg Stone's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Williamsburg Stone a light or dark color?
Williamsburg Stone has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 57.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 57, Williamsburg Stone has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Williamsburg Stone in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Ramie SW 6156 (close, ΔE 3.8); Farrow & Ball: String No.8 (very close, ΔE 1.7); Behr: Sandstone Cliff 750C-3 (close, ΔE 4.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Williamsburg Stone?
Try Alabaster (OC-129) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Williamsburg Stone's undertone.
Where does Williamsburg Stone work best?
Williamsburg Stone works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 57, Williamsburg Stone has visible color without darkening a room much.
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