Pewter by Benjamin Moore is a classic, mid-tone blue-gray with a soothing, silvery cast. This crisp, cool neutral brings a sense of calm and modern elegance to a room, shifting beautifully between gray and soft blue depending on the light.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 2121-30 |
| HEX Code | #979C9F |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 33.77 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue |
| Hidden Undertones | Silver |
| Use | Interior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Bedrooms, living rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, hallways |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This mid-tone gray hue applied to bedroom walls, paired with dark espresso wood flooring.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Dim, cozy evening light with warm bedside lamps.
- Trim Color:Benjamin Moore Decorator's White
- Flooring:Dark espresso wood
- Key Textiles:Charcoal linen and faux fur
- Metal Finishes:Polished silver
Complementary Paint Colors
Color test: A sleek gray shade illuminating living room walls, complemented by bleached oak and black marble.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp, bright afternoon sunlight.
- Trim Color:Benjamin Moore Super White
- Flooring:Bleached oak
- Key Textiles:Velvet and cotton canvas
- Accent Materials:Black marble
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital layout: This modern gray tone enhancing an industrial bathroom with large-format slate floor tiles.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright, even studio-style lighting.
- Key Materials:Slate floor tile and white ceramic
- Hardware Finishes:Matte black
- Cabinetry:Ash wood
- Vibe:Modern industrial.
Concept board: A cool gray finish applied to kitchen walls, contrasting beautifully with crisp white quartz countertops.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Natural overhead skylight illumination.
- Cabinetry Color:Benjamin Moore White Dove
- Countertops:White quartz
- Hardware Finishes:Brushed stainless steel
- Flooring:Light gray porcelain
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital color test: This immersive gray enveloping a hallway, accented by glowing aged brass wall sconces.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm, directional sconce lighting casting long shadows.
- Trim Color:Color-drenched (Pewter)
- Flooring:Herringbone oak
- Metal Finishes:Aged brass
- Styling Pro Tips:Use a vintage runner rug to add warmth to the cool gray walls.
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