Fresh Cedar MQ1-52 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A57D74, estimated LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Almond Beige from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A57D74 · MQ1-52
Fresh Cedar
24%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Fresh Cedar Technical Profile
HEX Code#A57D74
RGB165, 125, 116
Estimated LRV23.9
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 Fresh Cedar
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Cedar
#A57D74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA085
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Cedar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Cedar 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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Fresh Cedar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Cedar have?
Fresh Cedar 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 Fresh Cedar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Cedar are Almond Beige by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Brown Teepee by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Appalachian Spring by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fresh Cedar'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 Fresh Cedar?
Fresh Cedar has a estimated lightness value of 23.9, 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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Why Fresh Cedar's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.