Slate CW-700 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A4A9A9, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gris from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A4A9A9 · CW-700
Slate
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Slate Technical Profile
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Slate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to 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 MooreSlate
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGris
Gris
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ironed Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Iron Wood
Behr
Nearly identical
Philosophical Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Titanic Grey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Baby Seal
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Techile
Hirshfield's
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
Metropolis
Valspar
Very similar
Soft Steel
Kilz
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slate
#A4A9A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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 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.
Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slate have?
Slate 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 Slate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slate are Gris by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Ironed Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Castlegate by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting 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 Slate?
Slate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Slate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.