Flint AF-560 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #575D5F, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Charcoal Shadow from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #575D5F · AF-560
Flint
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flint Technical Profile
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Flint in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Flint in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreFlint
Nearly identical
Vista PaintCharcoal Shadow
Charcoal Shadow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mostly Metal
PPG
Nearly identical
Anchor Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cobalt Cannon
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pencil Point
Behr
Nearly identical
Steely Expression
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grays Harbor
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Motor Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Flint in your own space before committing.
What colors match Flint from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flint are Charcoal Shadow by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Mostly Metal by PPG (a near-identical match), Anchor Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Flint'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 Flint?
Flint has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Flint's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.