Secret Society MQ5-10 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #464E5D, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Prussian Blue from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #464E5D · MQ5-10
Secret Society
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Secret Society in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Secret Society in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSecret Society
Nearly identical
KilzPrussian Blue
Prussian Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Black Pearl
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Indigo Streamer
Valspar
Very similar
Hale Navy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Admiralty
PPG
Very similar
China Aster
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sea Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
China Aster
Vista Paint
Very similar
Slate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Midnight Bliss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Secret Society
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Secret Society
#464E5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C5680
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Secret Society
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Secret Society 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 Secret Society.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Secret Society — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Secret Society have?
Secret Society 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 Secret Society in your own space before committing.
What colors match Secret Society from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Secret Society are Prussian Blue by Kilz (a near-identical match), Black Pearl by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Indigo Streamer by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Secret Society'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 Society?
Secret Society has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Secret Society's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.