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Purbeck Stone vs Sandstone Cliff

Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone No.275 compared with Behr Sandstone Cliff PPU5-07

Purbeck Stone is noticeably cooler and noticeably more muted than Sandstone Cliff. Both have a warm yellow undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.3) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.

Living room painted Purbeck Stone on the left and Sandstone Cliff on the right
Purbeck Stone · Farrow & BallSandstone Cliff · BehrPhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 3.3 · Close

How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.

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Purbeck StoneSandstone Cliff
BrandFarrow & BallBehr
CodeNo.275PPU5-07
LRV5353
Undertoneyellowyellow
FamilyGrayBeige
HEX#C5C0B0#CABFA8
Good foropen-plan living areas, hallwaysopen-plan living areas, hallways

Questions

What is the difference between Purbeck Stone and Sandstone Cliff?

Purbeck Stone is noticeably cooler and noticeably more muted than Sandstone Cliff. Both have a warm yellow undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.3) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.

Which is lighter, Purbeck Stone or Sandstone Cliff?

They have the same LRV (53), so they're equally light.

How does Purbeck Stone compare to Sandstone Cliff in a north-facing room?

Purbeck Stone's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms. The same goes for Sandstone Cliff.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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