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Behr Magnetic Gray

N500-5 · #838789 · LRV 24

Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Shaker Gray is a 98% match

Magnetic Gray (N500-5) is a dark cool gray from Behr with a subtle blue undertone. Its LRV is about 24 (dark): it absorbs more light than it reflects. best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Shaker Gray (98% match).

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LRV

24 · Dark

Undertone

Blue · subtle

Temperature

Cool

Code

N500-5

HEX

#838789

RGB

131, 135, 137

HSL

200°, 2%, 53%

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Magnetic Gray FAQ

What undertone does Magnetic Gray have?

Magnetic Gray is a dark cool gray with a subtle blue undertone. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Magnetic Gray?

Magnetic Gray has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 24 on a 0–100 scale, which is dark. It absorbs more light than it reflects. Best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry.

What is the closest match to Magnetic Gray in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Shaker Gray (1594), 98%; Sherwin-Williams: Software (SW 7074), 97%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Software (HGSW7074), 97%; Valspar: City Storm (4008-2A), 97%; PPG: Dover Gray (PPG1001-5), 97%; Glidden: Dover Gray (PPG1001-5), 97%; Dunn-Edwards: Stone Gray (DEGR59), 96%; Farrow & Ball: Plummett (No. 272), 93%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Magnetic Gray?

The HEX code of Magnetic Gray (N500-5) is #838789, RGB 131, 135, 137. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.