Ref. #7B7568 · historic-burnished-pewter
Burnished Pewter
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Burnished Pewter Technical Profile
What color is Burnished Pewter? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7B7568. Colors similar to Burnished Pewter include Vista Paint Burnished Pewter, Benjamin Moore Gargoyle, Sherwin-Williams Carriage Stone. Burnished Pewter has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Burnished Pewter creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Burnished Pewter pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Burnished Pewter
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burnished Pewter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burnished Pewter
#7B7568
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9AA274
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burnished Pewter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burnished 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Burnished 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.
Burnished Pewter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burnished Pewter have?
Burnished Pewter by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Burnished Pewter from other brands?
The closest matches are Burnished Pewter by Vista Paint (#7A7468), Gargoyle by Benjamin Moore (#7D7668), Carriage Stone by Sherwin-Williams (#7C7466). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Burnished Pewter?
Burnished Pewter has an LRV of 17.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Burnished Pewter's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.