Carpe Diem MQ1-16 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #905859, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Barn Door from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #905859 · MQ1-16
Carpe Diem
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carpe Diem Technical Profile
HEX Code#905859
RGB144, 88, 89
Estimated LRV13.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Carpe Diem
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carpe Diem
#905859
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A48D77
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carpe Diem
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carpe Diem 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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Carpe Diem — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carpe Diem have?
Carpe Diem by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Carpe Diem from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carpe Diem are Barn Door by PPG (a close digital match), Tawny Port by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Muted Red by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Carpe Diem'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 Carpe Diem?
Carpe Diem has a estimated lightness value of 13.6, 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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