Revere Pewter vs Accessible Beige
A side-by-side comparison of Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter (HC-172) and Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige (SW 7036).
| Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter | Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HC-172 | SW 7036 |
| Hex |
#CCC2B0
|
#D1C7B8
|
| RGB | 204, 194, 176 | 209, 199, 184 |
| LRV | 55.51 | 58 |
| Undertone | Warm Beige | Warm Green-Beige |
| Family | Greige | Beige |
| Best Rooms | Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Open Floor Plan, Whole House | Whole House, Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Dining Room |
LRV Comparison
Light Reflectance Value measures how much light a color reflects. Revere Pewter has an LRV of 55.51 (medium) and Accessible Beige has an LRV of 58 (medium). These two colors reflect a similar amount of light, so the brightness of a room will feel comparable with either choice.
The Full Comparison
Two of the most popular greiges from different brands, often considered direct competitors. Revere Pewter (BM) has warmer beige undertones that can occasionally lean green under certain lighting. Accessible Beige (SW) has subtle green-gray undertones that keep it grounded. Revere Pewter is slightly darker and reads as more distinctly greige. Accessible Beige is a touch lighter and leans more beige than gray. In a traditional home with warm wood tones, Accessible Beige complements without competing. In a transitional space where you want a stronger neutral presence, Revere Pewter provides more depth.
Revere Pewter 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.
Accessible Beige Undertones
A warm beige with subtle green-gray undertones. Reads as a sophisticated neutral that avoids looking pink or yellow.
Lighting Behavior
Revere Pewter: 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.
Accessible Beige: The green undertone is most visible in north-facing or cool-lit rooms. In warm light, it reads as a pleasant, sandy beige. Very forgiving across different conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Revere Pewter (Benjamin Moore) and Accessible Beige (Sherwin Williams) are not the same color. They're in the same family (greige), but they differ in undertone, LRV, and how they behave in different lighting. Revere Pewter has warm beige undertones, while Accessible Beige has warm green-beige undertones. Always compare physical samples before choosing.
Accessible Beige is lighter with an LRV of 58, compared to Revere Pewter's LRV of 55.51. LRV (Light Reflectance Value) measures how much light a color reflects on a scale from 0 (black) to 100 (white).
That's a popular combination. Using the darker Revere Pewter (LRV 55.51) on walls and the lighter Accessible Beige (LRV 58) on trim creates a classic contrast that makes the trim pop.