Vermont Slate H0149 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #495259, estimated LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Seared Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #495259 · H0149
Vermont Slate
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Vermont Slate Technical Profile
HEX Code#495259
RGB73, 82, 89
Estimated LRV8.2
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
BrandVista Paint
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to Vermont Slate
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Seared Gray
Behr
#495157
Close digital match
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
#48535A
Close digital match
Dutch Licorice
Valspar
#4B535B
Close digital match
Kettle Black
Kilz
#47535C
Close digital match
Soothing Sapphire
PPG
#48545D
Close digital match
Onyx Shade
Dutch Boy
#4E555C
Close digital match
Deepest Sea
Dunn-Edwards
#444D56
Similar digital color
Midnight Blue
Benjamin Moore
#4A4F53
Similar digital color
Tarragon
Sherwin-Williams
#424E53
Similar digital color
Wool .06
Colorhouse
#485761
Similar digital color
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
#505456
Similar digital color
Blue Grey
RAL
#474B4E
Similar digital color
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With Vermont Slate
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vermont Slate
#495259
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#555880
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vermont Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vermont 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
Similar Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Vermont Slate.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vermont Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vermont Slate have?
Vermont Slate by Vista Paint 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 Vermont Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vermont Slate are Seared Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Evening Storm by Behr (a close digital match), Vermont Slate by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Vermont 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 Vermont Slate?
Vermont Slate has a estimated lightness value of 8.2, 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.
Explore More with Vermont Slate
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 Vermont Slate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.