Ref. #797E8A · C-519
Slate Tint
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Slate Tint Technical Profile
What color is Slate Tint? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #797E8A. Colors similar to Slate Tint include Hirshfield's Slate Tint, Valspar Seattle Haze, Benjamin Moore Sea Life. Slate Tint has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Slate Tint creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Slate Tint pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Slate Tint
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slate Tint
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slate Tint
#797E8A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slate Tint
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slate Tint 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Slate Tint.
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 Tint — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slate Tint have?
Slate Tint by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Slate Tint from other brands?
The closest matches are Slate Tint by Hirshfield's (#7A818D), Seattle Haze by Valspar (#777E8E), Sea Life by Benjamin Moore (#7C7D89). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Slate Tint?
Slate Tint has an LRV of 20.8, 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 Slate Tint's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.