Polished Slate 713 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4F6D6C, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #4F6D6C · 713
Polished Slate
14%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Polished Slate Technical Profile
HEX Code#4F6D6C
RGB79, 109, 108
Estimated LRV13.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Polished Slate
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Polished Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polished Slate are Sequoia Lake by Behr (a close digital match), Sequoia Lake by Behr (a close digital match), Luscious Spruce by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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