Rich Pewter QE-61 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6B7275, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Improbable from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6B7275 · QE-61
Rich Pewter
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rich Pewter Technical Profile
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Rich Pewter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rich Pewter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRich Pewter
Nearly identical
PPGImprobable
Improbable
PPG
Nearly identical
Battleship Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gunmetal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Deco Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Very similar
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wall Street
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Roman Stone
Vista Paint
Very similar
Backwater
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dusty Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rich Pewter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rich Pewter
#6B7275
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#727BA1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rich Pewter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rich Pewter 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 Behr Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rich Pewter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rich Pewter have?
Rich Pewter by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Rich Pewter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rich Pewter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rich Pewter are Improbable by PPG (a near-identical match), Battleship Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Gunmetal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rich Pewter'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 Rich Pewter?
Rich Pewter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.4, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rich Pewter's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.