Polished Slate 713 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4F6D6C, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sequoia Lake from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4F6D6C · 713
Polished Slate
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Polished Slate Technical Profile
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Polished Slate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Polished Slate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePolished Slate
Nearly identical
BehrSequoia Lake
Sequoia Lake
Behr
Nearly identical
Luscious Spruce
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ocean Abyss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rookwood Sash Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Micropolis
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Stone Bridge
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Micropolis
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dark Stormy Sky Green
PPG
Very similar
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Overcast Day
Kilz
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Mint Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polished Slate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polished Slate
#4F6D6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#60798F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polished Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polished 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 Polished Slate.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polished Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polished Slate have?
Polished Slate by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Polished Slate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Polished Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polished Slate are Sequoia Lake by Behr (a near-identical match), Sequoia Lake by Behr (a near-identical match), Luscious Spruce by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Polished 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 Polished Slate?
Polished Slate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Polished Slate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.