Revere Pewter Lighter → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter Lighter (AF-685), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Revere Pewter Lighter
If you love Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter Lighter but need a Valspar 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 Valspar, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Revere Pewter Lighter (AF-685) is a medium greige with warm greige undertones. A medium greige slightly lighter than Revere Pewter with similar warmth. A more subtle version of the beloved greige. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 53.76) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Revere Pewter Lighter and every Valspar 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 Valspar option is Autumn Fog (VR085D) with a Delta E of 3.6, which is a "good match" level match. Autumn Fog is the closest Valspar option at LRV 53. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Valspar Matches for Revere Pewter Lighter
Autumn Fog is the closest Valspar option at LRV 53. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison.
| Revere Pewter Lighter | Autumn Fog | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 53.76 | 53 |
| Hex | #C7C0B4 | #C9C1B3 |
| Undertone | Warm Greige | Warm Golden Beige |
| Family | Greige | Beige |
Undertone Comparison
Revere Pewter Lighter has warm greige undertones. A medium greige slightly lighter than Revere Pewter with similar warmth. A more subtle version of the beloved greige.
Autumn Fog has warm golden beige undertones. A warm, golden beige with autumnal undertones. Rich and earthy without being dark. The golden quality gives rooms a warm, inviting glow that feels particularly beautiful in fall and winter months.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Revere Pewter Lighter's warm greige quality may read differently than Autumn Fog's warm golden beige character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Revere Pewter Lighter in Your Room
Warm and versatile. Less likely to pull green than Revere Pewter. Reads as a warm neutral gray in most conditions.
Autumn Fog in Your Room
The golden warmth shines in all lighting. In south-facing rooms, it glows beautifully. In north-facing rooms, the warmth is a welcome counterbalance to cool light. A cozy, year-round neutral.
LRV and Brightness
Revere Pewter Lighter has an LRV of 53.76, while Autumn Fog has an LRV of 53. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Revere Pewter Lighter
Benjamin Moore recommends Revere Pewter Lighter for: living room, bedroom, hallway, dining room, whole house. With an LRV of 53.76, 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.
Autumn Fog is recommended for: living room, dining room, bedroom, hallway, study. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Autumn Fog in the same rooms you planned for Revere Pewter Lighter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Revere Pewter Lighter (AF-685) is Autumn Fog (VR085D) with a Delta E of 3.6, which rates as a "good match" match. Autumn Fog is the closest Valspar option at LRV 53. Similar character, though some difference is visible in direct comparison. 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 Lighter is a Benjamin Moore color with warm greige undertones and an LRV of 53.76. Autumn Fog is a Valspar color with warm golden beige undertones and an LRV of 53. With a Delta E of 3.6, 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 3.6, 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 Valspar equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Valspar. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Valspar 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.