Ref. #D0CCC5 · 1002-3
Cool Slate
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cool Slate Technical Profile
What color is Cool Slate? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D0CCC5. Colors similar to Cool Slate include Benjamin Moore Wish, Benjamin Moore Nimbus, Sherwin-Williams Mercurial. Cool Slate has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Cool Slate sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Cool Slate pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Cool Slate
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Slate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Slate
#D0CCC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Cool 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.
Cool Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Slate have?
Cool Slate by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cool Slate from other brands?
The closest matches are Wish by Benjamin Moore (#D0CBC3), Nimbus by Benjamin Moore (#D0CDC5), Mercurial by Sherwin-Williams (#D1CCC6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cool Slate?
Cool Slate has an LRV of 60.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Cool Slate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.