Smokey Slate 460E-3 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A1CBB0, 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.
Ref. #A1CBB0 · 460E-3
Smokey Slate
44%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Smokey Slate Technical Profile
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Smokey Slate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smokey Slate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSmokey Slate
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRetro Mint
Retro Mint
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Spruce Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Green Countryside
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mini Green
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mini Green
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Glenwood Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Green Supreme
Valspar
Very similar
Noah'S Grass Stain
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Taffy Twist
PPG
Very similar
Thrive .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smokey Slate
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Smokey Slate.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smokey Slate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smokey Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smokey Slate are Retro Mint by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Spruce Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Green Countryside by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smokey Slate's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.