Cracked Slate 1003-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #69656A, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Graphite Sketches from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #69656A · 1003-6
Cracked Slate
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cracked Slate Technical Profile
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Cracked Slate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cracked Slate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCracked Slate
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsGraphite Sketches
Graphite Sketches
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Double Infinity
Valspar
Very similar
Stunning Shade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Arabian Veil
Behr
Very similar
Deep Shadows
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Last Light
Vista Paint
Very similar
Muted Mulberry
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Arctic Seal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Space
Kilz
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cracked Slate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cracked Slate
#69656A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9A688B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cracked Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cracked 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 Cracked 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.
Cracked Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cracked Slate have?
Cracked Slate by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Cracked Slate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cracked Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cracked Slate are Graphite Sketches by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Double Infinity by Valspar (a very close match), Stunning Shade by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cracked 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 Cracked Slate?
Cracked Slate has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.4, 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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Why Cracked Slate's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.