Magnetic Gray → Valspar
The closest Valspar matches for Sherwin Williams Magnetic Gray (SW 7058), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Valspar Equivalent for Magnetic Gray
If you love Sherwin Williams Magnetic 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.
Magnetic Gray (SW 7058) is a medium gray with cool neutral gray undertones. A clean, cool mid-tone gray. One of SW's most neutral grays with minimal undertone pull. To find a good Valspar match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 42) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Magnetic 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 Magnetic Gray. Gravity (VR084A) comes in with a Delta E of 2, which puts it in the "excellent match" range. Gravity is the closest Valspar option at LRV 42. Very close match.
Valspar Matches for Magnetic Gray
Gravity is the closest Valspar option at LRV 42. Very close match.
| Magnetic Gray | Gravity | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 42 | 42 |
| Hex | #B8B7B3 | #B9B6B0 |
| Undertone | Cool Neutral Gray | Warm Medium Gray |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
Undertone Comparison
Magnetic Gray has cool neutral gray undertones. A clean, cool mid-tone gray. One of SW's most neutral grays with minimal undertone pull.
Gravity has warm medium gray undertones. A warm medium gray with subtle beige undertones. Balanced and versatile, with enough depth to read as a real gray without feeling cold. A sophisticated mid-tone neutral that anchors a room.
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. Magnetic Gray's cool neutral gray quality may read differently than Gravity's warm medium 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
Magnetic Gray in Your Room
Stays remarkably neutral. Does not pull warm, cool, purple, or green. Just clean gray.
Gravity in Your Room
Reads as a warm, grounding gray in most conditions. The beige prevents it from feeling sterile. In bright rooms, it looks balanced and modern. In dim rooms, it deepens gracefully without turning muddy.
LRV and Brightness
Magnetic Gray has an LRV of 42, while Gravity has an LRV of 42. 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 Magnetic Gray
Sherwin Williams recommends Magnetic Gray for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, office, hallway. With an LRV of 42, this is a medium 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.
Gravity is recommended for: living room, bedroom, office, hallway, dining room. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Gravity in the same rooms you planned for Magnetic Gray.
Magnetic Gray in Other Brands
Looking for Magnetic Gray equivalents in other brands besides Valspar? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Valspar match for Magnetic Gray (SW 7058) is Gravity (VR084A) with a Delta E of 2, which rates as a "excellent match" match. Gravity is the closest Valspar option at LRV 42. 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. Magnetic Gray is a Sherwin Williams color with cool neutral gray undertones and an LRV of 42. Gravity is a Valspar color with warm medium gray undertones and an LRV of 42. 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.