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Benjamin Moore Ambler Slate CW-685

Ambler Slate

Benjamin Moore

CW-685

About Ambler Slate by Benjamin Moore

Ambler Slate CW-685 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 10% and hue near 200° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 9.9%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #57595a

RGB: 87, 89, 90

Hue200°

Saturation2%

Lightness35%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Ambler Slate from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Ambler Slate looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Ambler Slate CW-685 a warm or cool color?
Ambler Slate by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Ambler Slate?
Ambler Slate sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 200°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Ambler Slate?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 2%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 35%. Hue is close to 200°. The hex value is #57595a. The RGB value is 87, 89, 90.
Is Ambler Slate better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Ambler Slate has brightness around 10%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Ambler Slate?
You can match Ambler Slate with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Ambler Slate work best in a home?
Ambler Slate works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Ambler Slate compare to a pure white paint?
Ambler Slate is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Ambler Slate in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Ambler Slate in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Ambler Slate. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Ambler Slate. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.