Cracked Slate 1003-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #69656A, estimated 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.
PPG · #69656A · 1003-6
Cracked Slate
13%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cracked Slate Technical Profile
HEX Code#69656A
RGB105, 101, 106
Estimated LRV13.4
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Cracked Slate
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cracked Slate
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Cracked Slate Room Palettes
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cracked Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cracked Slate are Graphite Sketches by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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