What is the HEX code for Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate?

The hexadecimal color code for Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate undertone is #696D72 .

What is the RGB code of Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate?

RGB code is 105, 109, 114 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate 1608

Q: Is Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate 1608 cool or warm?

Benjamin Moore 1608 Ashland Slate is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate undertones?

Blue is Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate undertone color.

Official page:	Ashland Slate 1608
Code:	1608
Name:	Ashland Slate
Brand:	Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate?

Benjamin Moore 1608 Ashland Slate adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to any room it graces. The deep and rich tones of Ashland Slate create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a chic living room or a luxurious bedroom. This versatile color pairs beautifully with both modern and traditional decor styles, making it an ideal choice for study rooms or home offices. Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate effortlessly brings a sense of calm and balance, making it an excellent option for creating a peaceful sanctuary in bedrooms or bathrooms. Embrace the timeless beauty of Ashland Slate to elevate your space with a touch of refined charm and grace.

Benjamin Moore 1608 for bathroom

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What are Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate undertones?

The undertone of Ashland Slate can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#696D72

RGB code:

105, 109, 114

Is Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate 1608 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 213° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

1608 Ashland Slate HSL code: 213, 4%, 43%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
Cool grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Ashland Slate

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlight	Visible temp.	Hue	Duration
North	Cool	Bluish	All day
East	Warm	Yellow	Before noon
West	Warm	Orange‑red	After noon
South	Warm	Orange‑yellow	All day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Ashland Slate:

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

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Darker shades

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Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Ashland Slate with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 33, such as Benjamin Moore Night Shade and Woodcliff Lake.

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LRV of Ashland Slate

Ashland Slate has an LRV of 16.12% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 16.12%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft² living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#696D72
RGB Decimal	105, 109, 114
RGB Percent	41.18%, 42.75%, 44.71%
HSV	Hue: 213° Saturation: 7.89% Value: 44.71%
HSL	hsl(213, 4, 43)
CMYK	Cyan: 7.89 Magenta: 4.39 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 55.29
YIQ	Y: 108.374 I: -3.99 Q: 0.71
XYZ	X: 14.331 Y: 15.155 Z: 18.085
CIE Lab	L:45.846 a:-0.457 b:-3.308
CIE Luv	L:45.846 u:-2.459 v:-4.412
Decimal	6909298
Hunter Lab	38.93, -2.418, -0.293