Agreeable Gray → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Agreeable Gray
If you love Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray but need a Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is a light greige with warm greige undertones. The quintessential greige. Balanced between gray and beige with warm undertones that keep it from feeling cold. One of the most popular paint colors in America for good reason. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 60) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Agreeable Gray and every Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore option is Revere Pewter (HC-172) with a Delta E of 4.1, which is a "good match" level match. Revere Pewter is darker and warmer. They're in the same greige family but not identical. Revere Pewter feels more substantial on a wall. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Agreeable Gray
Revere Pewter is darker and warmer. They're in the same greige family but not identical. Revere Pewter feels more substantial on a wall.
| Agreeable Gray | Revere Pewter | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 60 | 55.51 |
| Hex | #D1CBC1 | #CCC2B0 |
| Undertone | Warm Greige | Warm Beige |
| Family | Greige | Greige |
Pale Oak is lighter with a subtle pink undertone. Similar warmth but different character.
| Agreeable Gray | Pale Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 60 | 69.89 |
| Hex | #D1CBC1 | #E0D7C9 |
| Undertone | Warm Greige | Warm Pink-Beige |
| Family | Greige | Greige |
Undertone Comparison
Agreeable Gray has warm greige undertones. The quintessential greige. Balanced between gray and beige with warm undertones that keep it from feeling cold. One of the most popular paint colors in America for good reason.
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.
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
Agreeable Gray in Your Room
Remarkably adaptable across lighting conditions. In bright light, the gray side shows more. In dim or warm light, the beige warmth comes forward. Works in virtually any room.
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.
LRV and Brightness
Agreeable Gray has an LRV of 60, while Revere Pewter has an LRV of 55.51. 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 Agreeable Gray
Sherwin Williams recommends Agreeable Gray for: whole house, living room, bedroom, hallway, open floor plan. With an LRV of 60, this is a light 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.
Revere Pewter is recommended for: living room, bedroom, hallway, open floor plan, whole house. 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.
Agreeable Gray in Other Brands
Looking for Agreeable Gray equivalents in other brands besides Benjamin Moore? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is Revere Pewter (HC-172) with a Delta E of 4.1, which rates as a "good match" match. Revere Pewter is darker and warmer. They're in the same greige family but not identical. Revere Pewter feels more substantial on a wall. 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. Agreeable Gray is a Sherwin Williams color with warm greige undertones and an LRV of 60. Revere Pewter is a Benjamin Moore color with warm beige undertones and an LRV of 55.51. With a Delta E of 4.1, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. 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 4.1, 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 Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore 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.