Magpie 8005-1G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3F3E39, estimated LRV 5 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Subway from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #3F3E39 · 8005-1G
Magpie
5%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Magpie Technical Profile
HEX Code#3F3E39
RGB63, 62, 57
Estimated LRV4.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Magpie
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Magpie
#3F3E39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B6744
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Magpie
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Magpie 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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Magpie — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Magpie have?
Magpie by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Magpie from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Magpie are Subway by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Opening Night by Vista Paint (a close digital match), November Storms by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Magpie'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 Magpie?
Magpie has a estimated lightness value of 4.8, 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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