Smoky Slate 1028-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A1A18F, estimated LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Warm Stone from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A1A18F · 1028-4
Smoky Slate
35%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Smoky Slate Technical Profile
HEX Code#A1A18F
RGB161, 161, 143
Estimated LRV35.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Smoky Slate
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Slate
#A1A18F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky 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
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Smoky Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Slate have?
Smoky Slate by PPG has a neutral 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 Smoky Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Slate are Warm Stone by Behr (a close digital match), Sprig of Sage by Valspar (a close digital match), Shiitake by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Smoky 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 Smoky Slate?
Smoky Slate has a estimated lightness value of 35.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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