Slate Ridge 70BG 23/065 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #79868F, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Porpoise Gray from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #79868F · 70BG 23/065
Slate Ridge
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Slate Ridge Technical Profile
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Slate Ridge in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Slate Ridge in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSlate Ridge
Nearly identical
KilzPorpoise Gray
Porpoise Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Forever Denim
Behr
Nearly identical
Storm Cloud
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cornflower Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Mirador
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bachelor Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mica Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Felted Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slate Ridge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slate Ridge
#79868F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slate Ridge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slate Ridge 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 Slate Ridge.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Slate Ridge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slate Ridge have?
Slate Ridge by PPG has a neutral 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 Slate Ridge in your own space before committing.
What colors match Slate Ridge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slate Ridge are Porpoise Gray by Kilz (a near-identical match), Forever Denim by Behr (a near-identical match), December Nights by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Slate Ridge'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 Ridge?
Slate Ridge has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.1, 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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