Ellie Gray → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Sherwin Williams Ellie Gray (SW 7650), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Ellie Gray
If you love Sherwin Williams Ellie 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 Sherwin Williams, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Ellie Gray (SW 7650) is a medium gray with warm purple-gray undertones. A light gray with subtle warm purple undertones. Very similar to Repose Gray but marginally lighter. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 56) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Ellie 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 Ellie Gray. Pelican Gray (VR084E) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Pelican Gray is the closest Valspar option at LRV 56. Very close match.
Valspar Matches for Ellie Gray
Pelican Gray is the closest Valspar option at LRV 56. Very close match.
| Ellie Gray | Pelican Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 56 | 56 |
| Hex | #CBC7C1 | #CAC8C3 |
| Undertone | Warm Purple-Gray | Warm Light Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Ellie Gray has warm purple-gray undertones. A light gray with subtle warm purple undertones. Very similar to Repose Gray but marginally lighter.
Pelican Gray has warm light gray undertones. A warm, light gray with subtle beige warmth. Named for the coastal bird. Light and airy with just enough warmth to feel inviting rather than cold.
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. Ellie Gray's warm purple-gray quality may read differently than Pelican Gray's warm light gray 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
Ellie Gray in Your Room
The purple is subtle. Reads as a warm, balanced light gray in most conditions.
Pelican Gray in Your Room
Warm and clean. Reads as a warm light gray in most rooms. The beige prevents it from feeling sterile.
LRV and Brightness
Ellie Gray has an LRV of 56, while Pelican Gray has an LRV of 56. 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 Ellie Gray
Sherwin Williams recommends Ellie Gray for: living room, bedroom, hallway, bathroom, office. With an LRV of 56, this is a medium 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.
Pelican Gray is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, hallway, living room, office. 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.
Ellie Gray in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Ellie Gray (SW 7650) is Pelican Gray (VR084E) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Pelican Gray is the closest Valspar option at LRV 56. 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. Ellie Gray is a Sherwin Williams color with warm purple-gray undertones and an LRV of 56. Pelican Gray is a Valspar color with warm light gray undertones and an LRV of 56. With a Delta E of 2, these are extremely close and most people will not spot the difference on a wall. 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, 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.