Rich Pewter QE-61 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6B7275, estimated 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.
Behr · #6B7275 · QE-61
Rich Pewter
16%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rich Pewter Technical Profile
HEX Code#6B7275
RGB107, 114, 117
Estimated LRV16.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Compare alternatives to Rich Pewter
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Improbable
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#6E7376
Close digital match
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#6F7476
Close digital match
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#6B7071
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#70777A
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#656D73
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#6A7271
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Colors That Work With Rich Pewter
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Rich Pewter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rich Pewter are Improbable by PPG (a close digital match), Battleship Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Gunmetal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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