Pewter Grey 50YY 47/053 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BCB7AF, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is La Paloma Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BCB7AF · 50YY 47/053
Pewter Grey
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pewter Grey Technical Profile
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Pewter Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pewter Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPewter Grey
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLa Paloma Gray
La Paloma Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mindful Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grey Mist
Behr
Nearly identical
Stay Calm
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Soulful Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sultry Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Urban Gateway
Kilz
Nearly identical
Purbeck Stone
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Platinum Plate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Light Lichen
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pewter Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pewter Grey
#BCB7AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Pewter Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pewter Grey 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Pewter Grey.
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 Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pewter Grey have?
Pewter Grey by PPG has a neutral 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 Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pewter Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pewter Grey are La Paloma Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mindful Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Grey Mist by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pewter Grey'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 Grey?
Pewter Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.7, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pewter Grey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.