Pewter Mug 1004-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8B8283, LRV 23 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Castle Hill from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B8283 · 1004-5
Pewter Mug
23%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pewter Mug Technical Profile
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Pewter Mug in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pewter Mug in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPewter Mug
Nearly identical
BehrCastle Hill
Castle Hill
Behr
Nearly identical
Fallen Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sensuous Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Stone
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dusty Lead
Valspar
Very similar
Lavender Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Forlorn
Kilz
Very similar
Castle Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Captain Nemo
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pewter Mug
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pewter Mug
#8B8283
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9485
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pewter Mug
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pewter Mug 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 Mug.
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 Mug — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pewter Mug have?
Pewter Mug by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Mug in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pewter Mug from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pewter Mug are Castle Hill by Behr (a near-identical match), Fallen Rock by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sensuous Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pewter Mug'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 Mug?
Pewter Mug has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.1, 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 Pewter Mug's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.