Vermont Slate H0149 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #495259, 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.
Ref. #495259 · H0149
Vermont Slate
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Vermont Slate Technical Profile
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Vermont Slate in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Vermont Slate in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintVermont Slate
Nearly identical
BehrSeared Gray
Seared Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dutch Licorice
Valspar
Nearly identical
Kettle Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Soothing Sapphire
PPG
Nearly identical
Onyx Shade
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Deepest Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Midnight Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tarragon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Blue Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vermont Slate
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
Pure 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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Vermont Slate in your own space before committing.
What colors match Vermont Slate from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vermont Slate are Seared Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Evening Storm by Behr (a near-identical match), Vermont Slate by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.