Behr Dark Pewter PPU18-04
| Color code: | PPU18-04 |
| Color name: | Dark Pewter |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Dark Pewter?
Behr Dark Pewter PPU18-04 is a deep, moody shade that adds a touch of sophistication to any space. This rich hue pairs beautifully with crisp whites to create a striking contrast, while also harmonizing well with soft neutrals like beige and taupe for a more subdued look. Adding accents in warm metallic tones such as gold or copper can enhance the elegance of Dark Pewter, while incorporating pops of teal or emerald can introduce a vibrant, unexpected twist to the color palette. Whether used as a main wall color or in smaller doses as an accent, Dark Pewter brings a sense of refinement and depth to interiors.
What are Behr Dark Pewter undertones?
Blue is Behr Dark Pewter undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
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HEX value
HEX value:
#8D9396
RGB code:
141, 147, 150
Is Behr Dark Pewter PPU18-04 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 200° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
PPU18-04 Dark Pewter HSL code: 200, 4%, 57%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cool Grey shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool Blue undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
- Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Dark Pewter:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Behr PPU18-04 Dark Pewter
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Color comparison
Dark Pewter PPU18-04 vs Cool Ashes N520-4
LRV: 28.73%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 28.88%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
Dark Pewter PPU18-04 vs Flint Gray PPU26-05
LRV: 28.73%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 28.94%
Medium color
Temperature: cold