Benjamin Moore Pewter 2121-30

Official color page:Pewter 2121-30
Color code:2121-30
Color name:Pewter
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Pewter?

Benjamin Moore 2121-30 Pewter is a sophisticated and versatile color that adds a touch of elegance to any space. This soft grey with warm undertones pairs beautifully with crisp whites, soft greiges, and deep navy blues. Pewter creates a modern and timeless look when combined with accents in muted pinks, rich greens, or earthy browns. Whether used as a wall color, trim, or accent, Benjamin Moore Pewter elevates a room with its refined and calming presence. Enhance the beauty of your home with this classic color that effortlessly complements a range of design styles.

What are Benjamin Moore Pewter undertones?

Blue is Benjamin Moore 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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

R
G
B

HEX value

HEX value:

#979C9F

RGB code:

151, 156, 159

Is Benjamin Moore Pewter 2121-30 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 202° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2121-30 Pewter HSL code: 202, 4%, 61%

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 Grey 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 Benjamin Moore Pewter:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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

Pewter 2121-30 vs Gibraltar Cliffs 1587

Trying to find ideal shade for your next project? Let's help you make the best decision for your design goals.

Benjamin Moore Pewter 2121-30 vs Benjamin Moore Gibraltar Cliffs 1587Open Pewter 2121-30
LRV: 33.77%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 31.77%
Medium color
Temperature: cold

Pewter 2121-30 vs Timber Wolf 1600

Wondering how these two paint colors differ? Let us help you choose the perfect paint color for your home with our comparison.

Benjamin Moore Pewter 2121-30 vs Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf 1600Open Pewter 2121-30
LRV: 33.77%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 34.74%
Medium color
Temperature: cold