Revere Pewter → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter (HC-172), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Revere Pewter
If you love Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter but need a PPG alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers PPG, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Revere Pewter (HC-172) is a medium greige with warm beige undertones. A true greige with warm beige undertones. Leans slightly toward yellow-green in certain light, but reads as a neutral warm gray in most conditions. To find a good PPG match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 55.51) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Revere Pewter and every PPG color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest PPG option is Whiskers (PPG1025-3) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Whiskers is a solid match. Both are warm greiges at similar depth. Whiskers may lean slightly more neutral. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Revere Pewter
Whiskers is a solid match. Both are warm greiges at similar depth. Whiskers may lean slightly more neutral.
| Revere Pewter | Whiskers | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 55.51 | 62 |
| Hex | #CCC2B0 | #D4CEC3 |
| Undertone | Warm Beige | Warm Light Greige |
| Family | Greige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Revere Pewter has warm beige undertones. A true greige with warm beige undertones. Leans slightly toward yellow-green in certain light, but reads as a neutral warm gray in most conditions.
Whiskers has warm light greige undertones. A light, warm greige with a soft, approachable quality. PPG's most popular neutral. Lighter than a true greige, warmer than a white, it sits in the sweet spot that makes whole-house color effortless.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Revere Pewter in Your Room
In north-facing rooms, the gray comes forward. In south-facing rooms, the warmth dominates. Under warm bulbs, it can lean slightly green. LED daylight bulbs keep it most neutral.
Whiskers in Your Room
Reads as a warm, airy neutral in most conditions. The greige undertone is subtle enough that it can function as a warm off-white in bright rooms and a light gray in dim rooms.
LRV and Brightness
Revere Pewter has an LRV of 55.51, while Whiskers has an LRV of 62. That means Whiskers reflects more light. If you switch from Revere Pewter to Whiskers, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Revere Pewter
Benjamin Moore recommends Revere Pewter for: living room, bedroom, hallway, open floor plan, whole house. With an LRV of 55.51, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Whiskers is recommended for: whole house, hallway, bedroom, living room, bathroom. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Revere Pewter in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Revere Pewter (HC-172) is Whiskers (PPG1025-3) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Whiskers is a solid match. Both are warm greiges at similar depth. Whiskers may lean slightly more neutral. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Revere Pewter is a Benjamin Moore color with warm beige undertones and an LRV of 55.51. Whiskers is a PPG color with warm light greige undertones and an LRV of 62. With a Delta E of 3.8, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 3.8, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a PPG equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in PPG. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing PPG work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.