Magnetic Gray N500-5 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #779096, estimated LRV 24 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Streamed Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #779096 · N500-5
Magnetic Gray
24%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Magnetic Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#779096
RGB119, 144, 150
Estimated LRV24.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Streamed Blue
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#738E97
Close digital match
Weathered Blue
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#7B9093
Close digital match
Baritone
PPG
#708E95
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#7A8F97
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#7A9192
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#7D939C
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#6F898E
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#7997A1
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Colors That Work With Magnetic Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Magnetic Gray
#779096
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Magnetic Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Magnetic Gray Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Magnetic Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Magnetic Gray have?
Magnetic Gray by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Magnetic Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Magnetic Gray are Streamed Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Weathered Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Baritone by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Magnetic Gray's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Magnetic Gray?
Magnetic Gray has a estimated lightness value of 24.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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