Smokey Slate 460E-3 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A1CBB0, estimated LRV 44 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Retro Mint from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A1CBB0 · 460E-3
Smokey Slate
44%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Smokey Slate Technical Profile
HEX Code#A1CBB0
RGB161, 203, 176
Estimated LRV44.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygreen
BrandBehr
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#9FCDB1
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Colors That Work With Smokey Slate
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smokey Slate
#A1CBB0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA8
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smokey Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smokey Slate Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Smokey Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smokey Slate have?
Smokey Slate by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Smokey Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smokey Slate are Retro Mint by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Spruce Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Green Countryside by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Smokey Slate's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Smokey Slate?
Smokey Slate has a estimated lightness value of 44.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Why Smokey Slate's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.