NEUTRALS
Bracken Slate
#5E6363
Bracken Slate pulls into the steady end of the neutrals spectrum — HSL 180°, 3%, 38%. The color's low saturation gives it a quiet, atmospheric quality and reads cool — closer to shadow and depth. In interior projects it shines on wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents, particularly within any room — works as a backdrop or grounding tone. Reads best alongside natural wood, soft textiles, matte black accents, plants.
Color Codes
Paint Matches
Benjamin Moore
Bracken Slate CW-690
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
any room — works as a backdrop or grounding tone
Best Uses
wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents
Pairs With
natural wood, soft textiles, matte black accents, plants
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
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BUILD PALETTE WITH THIS COLOR →Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #5E6363?
#5E6363 is Bracken Slate, a mid neutral with a cool undertone.
Is #5E6363 warm or cool?
Bracken Slate reads cool, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Bracken Slate?
Bracken Slate works well in any room — works as a backdrop or grounding tone. Designers typically use it for wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents.
What colors pair well with Bracken Slate?
Bracken Slate pairs naturally with natural wood, soft textiles, matte black accents, plants. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Bracken Slate?
You can download Bracken Slate on dsgn.house in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the RGB value of #5E6363?
#5E6363 converts to RGB 94, 99, 99.