Secret AF-710 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #898A84, estimated LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Downpour from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #898A84 · AF-710
Secret
25%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Secret Technical Profile
HEX Code#898A84
RGB137, 138, 132
Estimated LRV25.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#898A86
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Colors That Work With Secret
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Secret
#898A84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Secret
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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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Secret — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Secret have?
Secret by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Secret from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Secret are Downpour by PPG (a close digital match), Classic French Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Slippery Shale by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting 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 Secret?
Secret has a estimated lightness value of 25.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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