Pewter Green → Farrow & Ball
The closest Farrow & Ball matches for Sherwin Williams Pewter Green (SW 6208), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Farrow & Ball Equivalent for Pewter Green
If you love Sherwin Williams Pewter Green but need a Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball, your local store does not carry Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Pewter Green (SW 6208) is a dark green with dark sage green undertones. A dark, moody sage green. Deeper than Evergreen Fog, more green than Online. A sophisticated dark green that captures the feeling of a deep forest on an overcast day. To find a good Farrow & Ball match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 16) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Pewter Green and every Farrow & Ball 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 Farrow & Ball option is De Nimes (No.299) with a Delta E of 3.5, which is a "good match" level match. De Nimes is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 16. Similar character with F&B's chalky complexity, though some difference is visible. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Farrow & Ball Matches for Pewter Green
De Nimes is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 16. Similar character with F&B's chalky complexity, though some difference is visible.
| Pewter Green | De Nimes | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 16 | 16 |
| Hex | #7F8980 | #73878E |
| Undertone | Dark Sage Green | Denim Blue |
| Family | Green | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Pewter Green has dark sage green undertones. A dark, moody sage green. Deeper than Evergreen Fog, more green than Online. A sophisticated dark green that captures the feeling of a deep forest on an overcast day.
De Nimes has denim blue undertones. A sophisticated denim blue named for the French city of Nimes where denim originated. Muted and masculine, like well-worn jeans. More restrained than a bright blue.
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. Pewter Green's dark sage green quality may read differently than De Nimes's denim blue 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
Pewter Green in Your Room
In bright light, distinctly green and earthy. In dim rooms, it approaches a dark gray-green. The depth makes it dramatic on accent walls and exteriors. Beautiful with brass and warm woods.
De Nimes in Your Room
In bright light, the denim blue is visible and appealing. In dim rooms, the gray calms it into a sophisticated neutral. A distinctive, characterful blue.
LRV and Brightness
Pewter Green has an LRV of 16, while De Nimes has an LRV of 16. 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 Pewter Green
Sherwin Williams recommends Pewter Green for: accent wall, exterior, kitchen cabinets, front door, office. With an LRV of 16, this is a dark color that absorbs more light than it reflects. It makes a bold statement and works beautifully on accent walls, front doors, exterior trim, and features where drama is the goal. In a full room, make sure you have good lighting and bright white trim for contrast.
De Nimes is recommended for: bedroom, living room, accent wall, office, kitchen. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Pewter Green (SW 6208) is De Nimes (No.299) with a Delta E of 3.5, which rates as a "good match" match. De Nimes is the closest Farrow & Ball option at LRV 16. Similar character with F&B's chalky complexity, though some difference is visible. 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. Pewter Green is a Sherwin Williams color with dark sage green undertones and an LRV of 16. De Nimes is a Farrow & Ball color with denim blue undertones and an LRV of 16. With a Delta E of 3.5, 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 3.5, 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 Farrow & Ball equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Farrow & Ball. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Farrow & Ball 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.