Slate CW-700 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A4A9A9, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #A4A9A9 · CW-700
Slate
39%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Slate Technical Profile
HEX Code#A4A9A9
RGB164, 169, 169
Estimated LRV39.1
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Gris
Sherwin-Williams
#A5A9A8
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Ironed Gray
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#A4A7A6
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Iron Wood
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#A0A6A8
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Philosophical Grey
PPG
#A4A9AC
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#A1A4A3
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Colors That Work With Slate
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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
Digital 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
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Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slate have?
Slate by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slate are Gris by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Ironed Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Castlegate by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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