Dark Secret PPU26-23A is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #45484A, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Railings from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #45484A · PPU26-23A
Dark Secret
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Secret Technical Profile
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Dark Secret in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Secret in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDark Secret
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallRailings
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Graphite
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Licorice Rope
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blue Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Salem Black
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Noir
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Witchcraft
PPG
Nearly identical
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Secret
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Secret
#45484A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E5174
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Secret
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Secret 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Dark Secret.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Secret — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Secret have?
Dark Secret by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Secret in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Secret from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Secret are Railings by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Graphite by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Licorice Rope by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Secret'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 Dark Secret?
Dark Secret has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Secret's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.