ColorplanAccessible Beige vs Purbeck Stone
Sherwin-Williams Accessible Beige SW 7036 compared with Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone No.275
Accessible Beige is a touch lighter (LRV 56 vs 53), a touch warmer and a touch more colorful than Purbeck Stone. Both have a warm yellow undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.1) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
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How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Which to choose
For a small or dim room, Accessible Beige reflects more light (LRV 56).
Side by side
| Accessible Beige | Purbeck Stone | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Farrow & Ball |
| Code | SW 7036 | No.275 |
| LRV | 56 | 53 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
| HEX | #CFC4B0 | #C5C0B0 |
| Good for | open-plan living areas, hallways | open-plan living areas, hallways |
Questions
What is the difference between Accessible Beige and Purbeck Stone?
Accessible Beige is a touch lighter (LRV 56 vs 53), a touch warmer and a touch more colorful than Purbeck Stone. Both have a warm yellow undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.1) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
Which is lighter, Accessible Beige or Purbeck Stone?
Accessible Beige is lighter, with an LRV of 56 against 53.
How does Accessible Beige compare to Purbeck Stone in a north-facing room?
Accessible Beige's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms. The same goes for Purbeck Stone.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.