Rockport Gray → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Benjamin Moore Rockport Gray (HC-105), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Rockport Gray
If you love Benjamin Moore Rockport Gray 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.
Rockport Gray (HC-105) is a medium-dark gray with warm green-gray undertones. A classic medium gray from the Historical Collection. Warm green undertones give it an organic quality. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 29.77) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Rockport Gray 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 good news: there is a strong Valspar match for Rockport Gray. Metropolis (VR084B) comes in with a Delta E of 2.3, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Metropolis is the closest Valspar option at LRV 28. Very close match.
Valspar Matches for Rockport Gray
Metropolis is the closest Valspar option at LRV 28. Very close match.
| Rockport Gray | Metropolis | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 29.77 | 28 |
| Hex | #A3A199 | #A19E99 |
| Undertone | Warm Green-Gray | Warm Dark Neutral |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Rockport Gray has warm green-gray undertones. A classic medium gray from the Historical Collection. Warm green undertones give it an organic quality.
Metropolis has warm dark neutral undertones. A warm, dark neutral gray. Substantial and urban, with enough beige warmth to avoid feeling cold. Named for the energy of a modern city. Works well on exteriors and as a sophisticated interior accent.
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. Rockport Gray's warm green-gray quality may read differently than Metropolis's warm dark neutral 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
Rockport Gray in Your Room
The green is subtle. Reads as a warm, solid mid-tone gray in most conditions.
Metropolis in Your Room
In bright light, reads as a warm medium-dark gray. In dim rooms, deepens into a substantial neutral. The warmth prevents it from feeling sterile even at this depth.
LRV and Brightness
Rockport Gray has an LRV of 29.77, while Metropolis has an LRV of 28. 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 Rockport Gray
Benjamin Moore recommends Rockport Gray for: exterior, living room, bedroom, office, accent wall. With an LRV of 29.77, this is a medium-dark color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Metropolis is recommended for: exterior, accent wall, office, front door, cabinets. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Metropolis in the same rooms you planned for Rockport Gray.
Rockport Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Rockport Gray (HC-105) is Metropolis (VR084B) with a Delta E of 2.3, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Metropolis is the closest Valspar option at LRV 28. Very close match. 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. Rockport Gray is a Benjamin Moore color with warm green-gray undertones and an LRV of 29.77. Metropolis is a Valspar color with warm dark neutral undertones and an LRV of 28. With a Delta E of 2.3, 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 2.3, these colors are close enough to use in separate rooms of the same house without a jarring difference. However, avoid painting them on adjacent walls in the same room, as even subtle differences become apparent at a hard edge where two paints meet. For the smoothest result, use one brand consistently within each connected space and reserve the other brand for rooms that are visually separated.
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.