Dark Secret PPU26-23A is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #45484A, estimated 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.
Behr · #45484A · PPU26-23A
Dark Secret
6%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dark Secret Technical Profile
HEX Code#45484A
RGB69, 72, 74
Estimated LRV6.4
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Dark Secret
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Railings
Farrow & Ball
#45484B
Close digital match
Graphite
Benjamin Moore
#454748
Close digital match
Licorice Rope
Kilz
#454748
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Blue Grey
RAL
#474B4E
Close digital match
Salem Black
Dunn-Edwards
#45494D
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Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
#46474A
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Midnight Magic
Vista Paint
#46474A
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Noir
Valspar
#434446
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Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
#44484D
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Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
#44484D
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Witchcraft
PPG
#474C50
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Metal .06
Colorhouse
#3F4647
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Colors That Work With Dark Secret
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Dark Secret from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Secret are Railings by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Graphite by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Licorice Rope by Kilz (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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