Pewter 2121-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #989DA0, LRV 33 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cool Metalwork Grey from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #989DA0 · 2121-30
Pewter
33%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pewter Technical Profile
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Pewter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pewter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePewter
Nearly identical
PPGCool Metalwork Grey
Cool Metalwork Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Pencil Sketch
Behr
Nearly identical
Chrome
Valspar
Nearly identical
Digital Nomad
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dustblu
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Metropolis Mood
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Metropolis Mood
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Serving Platter
Kilz
Nearly identical
Silvered Chain
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pewter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pewter
#989DA0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pewter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Pewter.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pewter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pewter have?
Pewter by Benjamin Moore 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 Pewter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pewter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pewter are Cool Metalwork Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Pencil Sketch by Behr (a near-identical match), Chrome by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting 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 Pewter?
Pewter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Pewter's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.