Benjamin Moore Dark Pewter 2122-10
| Official page: | Dark Pewter 2122-10 |
| Code: | 2122-10 |
| Name: | Dark Pewter |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Dark Pewter?
Benjamin Moore Dark Pewter (2122-10) is a sophisticated and rich hue that adds a touch of elegance to any space. This deep charcoal tone exudes a sense of luxury and depth, making it perfect for a cozy living room or a stylish home office. Dark Pewter complements well with both modern and traditional decor styles, adding a dramatic flair to bedrooms or dining rooms. Embrace the timeless appeal of Dark Pewter (2122-10) and create a moody and intimate atmosphere in your home.
Dark Pewter for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Dark Pewter for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Green shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore 2122-10 for bathroom
Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Dark real bathrooms.
Benjamin Moore 2122-10 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Dark Pewter for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Benjamin Moore Dark Pewter reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Benjamin Moore Dark Pewter undertones?
The undertone of Dark Pewter can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#4B5756
RGB code:
75, 87, 86
Is Benjamin Moore Dark Pewter 2122-10 cool or warm?
With a hue of 175° thisdark greenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
2122-10 Dark Pewter HSL code: 175, 7%, 32%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Cool grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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.
How light temperature affects Dark Pewter
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark green shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Dark Pewter:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
2122-10
Dark Pewter
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Dark Pewter with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 355, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Dark Pewter
Dark Pewter has an LRV of 10.79% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 10.79%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #4B5756 | |
| RGB Decimal | 75, 87, 86 | |
| RGB Percent | 29.41%, 34.12%, 33.73% | |
| HSV | Hue: 175° Saturation: 13.79% Value: 34.12% | |
| HSL | hsl(175, 7, 32) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 13.79 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.15 Key: 65.88 | |
| YIQ | Y: 83.298 I: -6.829 Q: -2.85 | |
| XYZ | X: 7.989 Y: 8.984 Z: 10.115 | |
| CIE Lab | L:35.953 a:-4.915 b:-1.004 | |
| CIE Luv | L:35.953 u:-6.18 v:-0.567 | |
| Decimal | 4937558 | |
| Hunter Lab | 29.973, -4.876, 0.973 |
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