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Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate 1608

Ashland Slate

Benjamin Moore

1608

About Ashland Slate by Benjamin Moore

Ashland Slate 1608 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 15% and hue near 213° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 15.2%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #696d72

RGB: 105, 109, 114

Hue213°

Saturation4%

Lightness43%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Ashland 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 Ashland Slate looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Ashland Slate 1608 a warm or cool color?
Ashland 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 Ashland Slate?
Ashland Slate sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 213°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Ashland Slate?
Brightness is about 15%. Saturation is around 4%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 43%. Hue is close to 213°. The hex value is #696d72. The RGB value is 105, 109, 114.
Is Ashland Slate better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Ashland Slate has brightness around 15%. 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 Ashland Slate?
You can match Ashland 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 Ashland Slate work best in a home?
Ashland 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 Ashland Slate compare to a pure white paint?
Ashland 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 Ashland 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 Ashland 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 Ashland Slate. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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