Ref. #575D5F · AF-560
Flint
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flint Technical Profile
What color is Flint? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #575D5F. Colors similar to Flint include Vista Paint Charcoal Shadow, PPG Mostly Metal, Dunn-Edwards Anchor Gray. Flint has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Flint 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, Flint 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 Flint
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flint
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flint
#575D5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D698C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flint
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flint 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 Flint.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flint — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flint have?
Flint by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Flint from other brands?
The closest matches are Charcoal Shadow by Vista Paint (#565B5D), Mostly Metal by PPG (#575E5F), Anchor Gray by Dunn-Edwards (#596062). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Flint?
Flint has an LRV of 10.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Flint's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.