Slate Tint 0520 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #797E8A, LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Evening Shadow from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #797E8A · 0520
Slate Tint
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Slate Tint Technical Profile
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Slate Tint in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Slate Tint in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintSlate Tint
Nearly identical
PPGEvening Shadow
Evening Shadow
PPG
Nearly identical
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Seattle Haze
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sea Life
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Magical Twilight
Kilz
Very similar
Deep Wisteria
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tranquil Pond
Behr
Very similar
Downing Slate
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tarnished Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Telegrey 2
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Slate Tint in your own space before committing.
What colors match Slate Tint from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slate Tint are Evening Shadow by PPG (a near-identical match), Slate Tint by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Seattle Haze by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Slate Tint'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 Tint?
Slate Tint has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.8, 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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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.