Sherwin Williams Pewter Green Paint Color Review
Green gray paint colors come in a wide array of choices depending on the proportions of each color used. You may not think of green as a neutral color, and you’d be right. But marry a bright vibrant green with cool shades of gray and suddenly that brightness softens and comes into a perfect balance of cool and warmth.
While people will continue to turn to timeless neutrals like greige, white and gray, there's been a renewed interest in bringing blended shades like green gray and blue gray into the home.
I've already given you several beautiful gray green paint colors from the same family to sample, like SW Sea Salt and Sherwin Williams Oyster Bay. Today let's focus on a deep and calming shade that sits on the darker side of the spectrum: Sherwin Williams Pewter Green.
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What Color Is Sherwin Williams Pewter Green?
Pewter Green SW 6208 is a deep green muted by the presence of cool undertones which allow it to act as a neutral color. The green side emphasizes nature and earthiness while the gray tones add sophistication and elegance, giving you the best of both worlds.
Pewter Green is deep and bold without being overpowering, making it a solid choice for interior built ins and cabinetry, board and batten accent walls, shiplap, and home exteriors.
SW Pewter Green undertones
Pewter Green's undertones are predominately metallic gray. Rumor has it the tiniest tint of blue is thrown in to keep things interesting but personally I don't see it. 😉
Pewter Green Sherwin Williams LRV
With an LRV of only 12, SW Pewter Green is parked on firmly on the dark side, absorbing light and imparting a cozy and intimate vibe.
If you need a refresher on the Light Reflectance Scale and how light affects how you see paint on your walls, head to this post LRV in Paint: What Does It Mean.
In a room without much natural light, Pewter Green's gray undertones will be more pronounced and may even appear muddy. Outdoors and in well-lit rooms with sun streaming in, Pewter Green will play more to its warmer green side.
Most blended paint colors are chameleons that bob and weave throughout the day depending on the lighting; for that reason I recommend you test Sherwin Williams Pewter Green on your walls to see how it behaves in your home before commiting to a choice. This one simple step will go a long way toward eliminating painting mistakes.
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Sherwin-Williams Pewter Green Vs Other Green Gray Paint Colors
Comparing and contrasting paint colors is a must when narrowing down your paint choices. Let's see how SW Pewter Green stacks up next to a few other popular green gray paint color blends.
Sherwin Williams Retreat vs Pewter Green
These colors are neighbors on the same color strip; SW Retreat is a lighter, airier version of Pewter Green. If you're going for a fresh but monochromatic look, SW Retreat would be wonderful as a contrasting color to the more deeply saturated Pewter Green.
Sherwin Williams Rosemary vs Pewter Green
Both these rich shades of green gray make dark yet calming room statements. Sherwin Williams Rosemary favors a stronger green, and side by side you can see SW Pewter Green's metal gray undertone is more noticeable. SW Pewter Green would be the better choice if you want a more toned down green gray that's not quite so olive-y.
Sherwin Williams Pewter Green vs Evergreen Fog
SW Evergreen Fog gives off a soothing, meditative vibe, making it a popular choice for bedrooms. While SW Pewter Green lends itself more to focal points and accent walls, you can get away with using lighter and brighter Evergreen Fog on all four walls. Since Evergreen Fog is more subdued than Pewter Green, it's a perfect starting point if you're unsure of committing to the trend toward more color, and just want to sample a taste.
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Examples Of Sherwin Williams Pewter Green In Real Homes
Ready to see some real-life examples of SW Pewter Green on display? These will give you a feel for whether this color would be a good fit for your own home. You might even find some inspiration for your next paint project!
Sherwin Williams Pewter Green exterior
Pewter Green SW works on a home exterior in both primary and trim color applications. Renee of Renee Renovates named it as one of her clients' top exterior colors because its depth and moody appearance is perfect for the modern cabin style.
To dial back the impact, you can add Pewter Green as a simple trim accent like these shutters, providing a nice color pop against plain brick painted with SW Pure White.
Pewter Green Sherwin Williams cabinets
While white cabinetry will always be in style, green gray cabinets are definitely enjoying a moment. Pewter Green Sherwin Williams offers a solid grounding color for cabinetry and looks particularly stunning with gold or brass hardware.
The large white lighting pendants in this home look amazing against the dark Pewter Green cabinet backdrop. Horizontal shiplap adds subtle contrast and is painted with SW Oyster Bay. The overall effect is a welcoming and peaceful kitchen for food prep and convo.
Sherwin Williams Pewter Green walls
Yes, you can use a bolder color like Pewter Green on all four walls, so long as you're thoughtful about it. Balancing Pewter Green Sherwin Williams with lighter room elements like flooring, furniture, ceiling, soft goods and decor will keep everything bright, like the room pictured below.
Nothing can magically transform a room quicker than an accent wall. Even if you don't go all in with green gray, you can still step up the ambiance of a basic neutral living room by introducing a focal wall painted Pewter Green.
Shiplap bathroom walls: what's not to love.
You can play it safe with white but this bathroom combines natural elements (wood, woven baskets) and mixed metals with Pewter Green shiplap walls and scores big for style.
Sherwin Williams Pewter Green Complementary Colors
SW Pewter Green never met a white it didn't like and it might be just what you need to elevate a ho-hum white to next level. Lovely white paint choices to pair with Pewter Green are SW Alabaster, SW Shoji, and SW High Reflective White.
Natural elements like wood, woven textiles, leafy plants and gold or brass metals bring in warmth and texture to the earthy and organic vibes of the green gray paint family.
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