Hot Stone
Often used for its versatile qualities, Hot Stone remains a staple for PPG designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#aba89e
LRV
40.00
Hot Stone's Color Strip
Hot Stone is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Ghost Writer and Lazy Afternoon. The strip spans from Willow Springs at the lightest end to Bark at the deepest. Strip PPG1007 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Hot Stone in Real Rooms
Hot Stone has a medium-high LRV of 40 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Front Door Photo
A front door in Hot Stone changes the entire read of a facade without requiring a renovation. The color is strong enough to register from the street but refined enough not to feel like a statement for its own sake. It's the "handshake" of the home.
stylish front door featuring Hot Stone by PPG
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1 Dining Room Photo
The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Hot Stone is one of them. It holds the room's warmth in the evening in a way that makes dinner feel like an occasion even when it's just a casual weeknight.
Hot Stone paint in a parisian dining room
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1 Bedroom Photo
In the context of a primary suite, Hot Stone suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
A organic modern bedroom painted in Hot Stone
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1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Hot Stone can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
Hot Stone — japandi bathroom
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1 Home Office Photo
Hot Stone works exceptionally well with "warm" tech—leather desk pads, brass lamps, and wooden monitor stands. It bridges the gap between modern technology and traditional home comfort, making the office feel like part of the house.
PPG Hot Stone in a unique home office
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1 Living Room Photo
Hot Stone provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
A hollywood regency living room painted in Hot Stone
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1 House Photo
The way Hot Stone interacts with exterior lighting—like sconces or path lights—is dramatic. At night, the house takes on a protective, fortress-like quality that feels incredibly secure and welcoming to those returning home.
Hot Stone color — maximalist house inspiration
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1 Patio Photo
In sun-drenched climates, Hot Stone is a practical choice that helps reduce the glare from the patio floor. It absorbs the harsh light, making the outdoor space more comfortable for the eyes during the peak hours of the day.
wabi-sabi patio featuring Hot Stone by PPG
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1 Mudroom Photo
In a laundry/mudroom combo, Hot Stone adds a touch of luxury to a space that is usually purely functional. It makes the chores feel a little less like work by surrounding you with a color that is sophisticated and calming.
A tiny mudroom painted in Hot Stone
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1 Kitchen Photo
On kitchen walls, Hot Stone adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding too much attention in a busy space. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz or marble, making it an incredibly flexible choice for the hardest-working and most high-traffic room in the house.
Hot Stone — bold kitchen cabinets
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