Ref. #606062 · MP19970
Blue Slate Met.
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Slate Met. Technical Profile
What color is Blue Slate Met.? It's a dark neutral gray with the hex code #606062. Colors similar to Blue Slate Met. include Dunn-Edwards Sheet Metal, PPG Glazed Granite, PPG Knight's Armor. Blue Slate Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Blue Slate Met. creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Blue Slate Met. is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Blue Slate Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Slate Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Slate Met.
#606062
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B6293
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Slate Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Slate Met. 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Blue Slate Met..
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Slate Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Slate Met. have?
Blue Slate Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Blue Slate Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Sheet Metal by Dunn-Edwards (#5E6063), Glazed Granite by PPG (#5B5E61), Knight's Armor by PPG (#5C5D5D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Slate Met.?
Blue Slate Met. has an LRV of 11.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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