Searching for the perfect muted greige paint color for your home? Let's look at Sherwin Williams Stone Lion and whether it might be right for you!
If you're stuck between picking beige or gray for a neutral, I think a greige might be exactly what you need.
Greiges balance beige and gray, making them a versatile, neutral choice. They can lean warmer / more beige in brighter lighting and cooler / more gray in darker lighting. You get the best of both worlds all in one day as the sunshine moves through your home!
I find these shades feel elegant and dramatic. But they're also welcoming and familiar at the same time.
I've seen greiges such as Stone Lion make either a great accent color (think a front door or built-ins) or a beautiful color for an entire living room.
So let's get into it! Here's everything I think you need to know about the warm and inviting vibe of Sherwin Williams Stone Lion.
Stone Lion, Sherwin Williams, SW 7507
Stone Lion is a warm, sophisticated greige. I love it for adding subtle character and depth to a space without overwhelming it.
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Color Family
Stone Lion is in the neutral family.
Light Reflectance Value
38
Light Reflective Value measures how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100. Zero is pure black and 100 is pure white.
With an LRV of 38, Stone Lion falls right in the medium range. It'll hold its own without making your room feel too dark or too washed out.
RGB Colors
R: 179 G: 164 B: 145
RGB describes the amount of each color present. Red, green, and blue. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. It's basically the color mix that makes the color!
Hex Code
#B3A491
Undertones
Stone Lion is a warm greige, balancing gray, beige, and orange undertones. It has even been known to have a slight bit of purple in there.
In a south-facing room with lots of natural light, I've noticed Stone Lion leans a bit warmer and brighter. It looks more beige.
In a north-facing room that lacks natural light, Stone Lion leans more neutral. Darker and a tiny bit more gray.
It's very important to swatch colors on your wall. You need to make sure they look good in your actual space, day and night, before committing.
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Best Uses
I love Stone Lion because it's so versatile!
Want to create a cozy focal point? Use Stone Lion for an accent wall to add a bit of warmth and depth.
It’s also perfect for:
- Doors
- Shutters
- Built-ins
- Bedrooms
- Bathrooms
- Living rooms
Similar Colors
- Sherwin Williams Perfect Khaki
- Benjamin Moore Cotswold
- Behr Sierra Sand
- Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe
- Benjamin Moore Baja Dunes
- Behr Wild Rye
- Sherwin Williams Universal Khaki
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Coordinating Colors
As a warm neutral, Stone Lion works really well with classic neutrals. Think white, tan, beige, gray, brown, and black.
You can also mix it with soft blues and greens, or go bold and pair it with reds.
Cool whites:
- Aesthetic White
- Origami White
- Zurich White
- Heron Plume
- White Heron
Deep blues:
- Naval
- Anchors Aweigh
- In the Navy
- Sea Mariner
- Salty Dog
Dark browns:
- Rojo Marrón
- French Roast
- Polished Mahogany
- Terra Brun
- Turkish Coffee
Trim Colors
As a greige, Stone Lion pairs well with either bright whites or soft whites for trim.
If you're looking for a bit more contrast, I'd go with a bright white.
- Benjamin Moore Simply White
- Sherwin Williams Extra White
- Behr Ultra Pure White
If you want to relax into the warmth of Stone Lion, you should pair it with soft white trim.
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FAQs
Here are some common questions I get about Stone Lion.
What colors go well with Sherwin Williams Stone Lion?
As a warm neutral, Stone Lion pairs well with so many other colors. I've used it with neutrals like whites, tans, beiges, grays, browns, and blacks. It also looks beautiful with soft shades like greens and blues, or even bolder hues like reds.
To start, try swatching Stone Lion with Aesthetic White (a cool white), Naval (a deep blue), or Rojo Marrón (a dark brown) and see what you think!
Is Sherwin Williams Stone Lion warm or cool?
Sherwin Williams Stone Lion is a warm greige paint color, balancing gray, beige, and orange undertones.
It generally appears warm, especially in south-facing rooms, but will appear a bit more neutral in darker situations such as north-facing rooms.
What are the undertones of Sherwin Williams Stone Lion?
Stone Lion is a warm greige that balances gray, beige, and orange undertones. I've even noticed it can have a slight bit of purple in there.
In a south-facing room with lots of natural light, Stone Lion will lean warmer, brighter, and more beige.
In a north-facing rooms that lacks natural light, Stone Lion will lean a bit more neutral, darker and a smidge more gray.
What's the difference: Sherwin Williams Stone Lion vs Tony Taupe?
Stone Lion and Tony Taupe share many similarities! They can be a little tricky to tell apart.
Stone Lion, LRV 38, is slightly lighter than Tony Taupe, LRV 37.
Stone Lion is a bit more saturated and neutral, and Tony Taupe is softer, more muted and warmer.
Stone Lion leans more yellow and more gray, while Tony Taupe leans a bit more orange.
If you're debating between these two colors, my advice is simple: swatch them both. Paint samples on your walls, check them in different lighting, and go with the one that feels right.
Is Sherwin Williams Stone Lion a good exterior color?
Yes, Sherwin Williams Stone Lion is a good exterior color. This warm greige has enough depth to give a home some character while still providing a neutral base for trim, stone, and other finishes.
Keep in mind, if your home gets a lot of sunlight, Stone Lion will lean warmer and brighter. On darker lots, such as those shaded by trees, Stone Lion will lean more neutral.
Stone Lion is a great paint color to pair with other neutrals for finishes. Think whites, beiges, tans, browns, or blacks.
Give it a swatch on your home before making a final decision!
Can you use Sherwin Williams Stone Lion for kitchen cabinets?
If you're looking for a warm greige for your kitchen cabinets, Stone Lion is a great choice! It's a versatile neutral that can hold its own without making a soace feel too dark or too washed out.
Remember, if your kitchen is very bright, Stone Lion will appear brighter, warmer, and lighter.
On the other hand, if your kitchen is dark without much natural light, Stone Lion will appear darker and a bit more neutral.
Before you go...
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Meg Hemmelgarn is a freelance writer and home decor + DIY blogger who loves to talk about paint colors. She and her husband are currently renovating their third fixer upper. You can see their projects on her blog, Green With Decor.
