Ref. #5F6464 · CW-690
Bracken Slate
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bracken Slate Technical Profile
What color is Bracken Slate? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #5F6464. Colors similar to Bracken Slate include Sherwin-Williams Roycroft Pewter, Behr Cordite, Vista Paint Greybeard. Bracken Slate has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Bracken Slate creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Bracken Slate pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Bracken Slate
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bracken Slate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bracken Slate
#5F6464
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#627B94
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bracken Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bracken 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Bracken Slate.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bracken Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bracken Slate have?
Bracken Slate by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Bracken Slate from other brands?
The closest matches are Roycroft Pewter by Sherwin-Williams (#616564), Cordite by Behr (#606666), Greybeard by Vista Paint (#616667). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bracken Slate?
Bracken Slate has an LRV of 12.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bracken Slate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.