Secret Journal MQ1-57 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7D6159, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hot Cocoa from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #7D6159 · MQ1-57
Secret Journal
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Secret Journal Technical Profile
HEX Code#7D6159
RGB125, 97, 89
Estimated LRV13.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Secret Journal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Secret Journal
#7D6159
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D8F6C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Secret Journal
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Secret Journal Room Palettes
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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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Secret Journal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Secret Journal have?
Secret Journal by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Secret Journal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Secret Journal are Hot Cocoa by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Spicewood Brown by PPG (a close digital match), Bateau Brown by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Secret Journal'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 Secret Journal?
Secret Journal 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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