Heritage Gray Valspar 7007-24

Heritage Gray LRV and undertone

Valspar Heritage Gray (7007-24) has an LRV of 60, placing it in the light range of the supplied data. Its greige color family combines the general direction of gray and beige, while its warm yellow undertone distinguishes it from cooler gray options. Light reflectance value measures how much visible light a color reflects, with higher numbers indicating greater reflectance. At 60, Heritage Gray reflects a moderate amount of light, so it may appear lighter than deeper grays but less bright than whites with higher LRVs.

The warm undertone may become more noticeable beside cool whites or blue-based grays. North-facing light often emphasizes cooler qualities in surrounding colors, while south-facing light typically adds warmth. Because the same wall can change appearance throughout the day, test a sample near the room’s trim and flooring. Consider sheen as well, since a glossier finish reflects light differently from a matte finish.

Heritage Gray in other brands

Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) has an LRV of 60.0 and a ΔE of 0.0, indicating a near-identical measured color match. PPG Whiskers (PPG1025-3), at ΔE 0.6, and Behr Tranquil Gray (DC-007), at ΔE 0.8, are also near-identical. Benjamin Moore Collingwood (OC-28) has an LRV of 61.52 and a ΔE of 0.8, making it another very close comparison.

Behr Toasty Gray (N320-2) has a ΔE of 1.2, while Sherwin-Williams Worldly Gray (SW 7043) has a ΔE of 1.5. Both are very close in measured color terms. Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter (HC-172), at ΔE 2.5, is close but visibly different side by side. PPG Antique White (PPG1024-2), with a ΔE of 4.3, is only similar. These values help compare colors, but lighting and finish can affect their appearance on walls.

Lighter and darker Valspar alternatives

Valspar Warm Putty (6006-1A) has an LRV of 64.8, making it lighter than Heritage Gray. It may suit a room where greater light reflection is preferred while staying near the same reflectance range. Valspar Tempered Gray (4004-1A), at LRV 64.93, is also lighter and offers a similar increase in reflectance.

Valspar Filtered Shade (4003-1B), with an LRV of 58.45, is darker by a small amount. It may work where a slightly deeper wall color is desired without a major change in light reflectance. Valspar Seashell Gray (4003-1A), at LRV 69.25, is lighter, not darker. None of these comparisons alone establishes an exact visual match, so review large samples in the intended lighting before making a final selection.

Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on Valspar’s page for Heritage Gray.