Looking for the perfect greige paint color for your home? I review Benjamin Moore Light Pewter to see if it’s the right fit for you!
If you want neutral walls without having to pick between tan and gray, greige may be your answer!
Greiges are popular because they’re neutral yet warm, without leaning too much into tan or beige.
They pair well with various decor styles, from farmhouse to coastal, traditional to modern — making them my go-to choice for any home.
There are many, many greiges out there. Some lean more tan, and some lean more gray. So I’ve picked out a popular choice, Light Pewter, for a full review.
It’s a true neutral greige without strong undertones. Let’s see if it’s the right greige for you!
Light Pewter, Benjamin Moore, 1464
Light Pewter is a versatile greige, balancing warm and cool tones.
It sits comfortably between tan and gray — making it a great option for virtually any space.
Click here to get a peel and stick sample of Light Pewter
Color Family
Light Pewter technically belongs to the gray family, though it can be called greige.
Light Reflectance Value
68
Light Reflective Value measures how much light a color reflects. It’s on a scale from 0 (pure black) to 100 (pure white).
With an LRV of 68, Light Pewter is neither too light nor too dark. It’s a perfect middle-ground.
RGB Colors
R: 219 G: 216 B: 206
RGB describes the mix of red, green, and blue in a color. Each is on a scale from 0 to 255. This mix creates the final color.
Hex Code
#DBD8CE
Undertones
Light Pewter is an almost perfect greige, blending tan and gray with no strong undertones.
I noticed it can reflect colors from its surroundings. In rooms with lots of windows and trees outside, it might look slightly green.
In south-facing rooms with plenty of natural light, Light Pewter will appear warmer. But in very bright rooms, be careful because it can look a bit washed out.
In north-facing rooms with less natural light, Light Pewter leans more gray, cooler, and darker.
It’s very important to swatch colors on your wall to make sure they look good – day and night – in your actual space before committing.
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Best Uses
Light Pewter is an incredibly versatile neutral.
It’s perfect for:
- Cozy living rooms
- Relaxing bedrooms
- Modern kitchens
- Stylish bathrooms
- Interior doors
- Cabinets
- Unique furniture pieces
And finally, Light Pewter is fantastic as a whole house paint color.
Similar Colors
- Benjamin Moore Athena
- Behr Campfire Ash
- Sherwin Williams Winter Walk
- Benjamin Moore Balboa Mist
- Benjamin Moore Wind’s Breath
- Sherwin Williams Grey Heron
- Sherwin Williams Crushed Ice
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Coordinating Colors
Light Pewter, as a neutral, pairs well with a wide range of colors.
It looks great with mid to dark neutrals, bright or soft whites, blues, greens, and violets.
Mid to dark neutrals:
- Sage Mountain
- Wildwood Crest
- Roosevelt Taupe
- Country Life
- Desert Twilight
Medium cool grays:
- Shadow Gray
- Silver Spring
- Pilgrim Haze
- Nickel
- Pike’s Peak Gray
Cool whites:
- Oxford White
- Chantilly Lace
- Frostine
- Snowfall White
- Ice Mist
Trim Colors
You can pair Light Pewter with bright white or soft white trim since it balances warm and cool tones.
- Benjamin Moore Simply White
- Sherwin Williams Extra White
- Behr Ultra Pure White
- Sherwin Williams Alabaster
- Benjamin Moore White Dove
- Behr Cameo White
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FAQs
Here are some common questions about Light Pewter:
Is Light Pewter warm or cool?
Light Pewter is a greige that balances both warm and cool tones. It’s a true neutral, making it very versatile.
Does Light Pewter look green?
Light Pewter usually doesn’t look green. However, it can take on a slight green hue when surrounded by leaves, trees, or grass, like in a room with many windows or on the exterior of a house.
I’ve noticed this in my own home, so be sure to swatch it in your space before deciding.
What’s the difference: BM Balboa Mist vs Light Pewter?
Balboa Mist and Light Pewter are both neutral greiges. While Balboa Mist leans warmer, Light Pewter balances warm and cool.
Balboa Mist is slightly darker with an LRV of 66 compared to Light Pewter’s 68. It has soft violet and beige undertones, which show up in north-facing rooms. Light Pewter doesn’t have strong undertones.
Balboa Mist is a bit more beige, and Light Pewter leans more gray. I always recommend swatching both to see which one works better in your space.
What’s the difference: BM Light Pewter vs Classic Gray?
Light Pewter and Classic Gray are versatile neutral paint colors, though Classic Gray is more popular for walls.
While Light Pewter balances beige and gray, Classic Gray is between gray and off-white.
Light Pewter (LRV 68) is darker than Classic Gray (LRV 74). Classic Gray has a slight violet undertone, noticeable in north-facing rooms, whereas Light Pewter has no strong undertones.
Swatching both colors in your space will help you decide which one fits better.
What’s the difference: BM Light Pewter vs SW Winter Walk?
Although no two paint brands match exactly, BM Light Pewter and SW Winter Walk are quite similar.
Winter Walk is slightly darker with an LRV of 66 compared to Light Pewter’s 68.
To see which one works best for you, always swatch colors in your space.
Does White Dove go with Light Pewter?
Yes, White Dove pairs beautifully with Light Pewter.
Because Light Pewter balances warm and cool tones, it works well with both soft whites like White Dove and bright whites like Simply White.
I’ve used this combo myself and loved the result. Swatch them together to see how they look in your home!
Before you go…
So, you’ve found the perfect paint color, but here’s the thing – there’s another big decision you have to make: picking the right paint sheen. Seriously, the level of glossiness can totally change how your color looks on the walls and how long the paint lasts!
Check out our complete guide to understanding paint sheens.
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Thanks for reading!
Meg Hemmelgarn is a freelance writer and home decor + DIY blogger who loves to talk about paint colors. She and her husband are currently renovating their third fixer upper. You can see their projects on her blog, Green With Decor.