Behr Fresh Cedar MQ1-52

Color code:MQ1-52
Color name:Fresh Cedar
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Fresh Cedar?

Create a warm and inviting atmosphere with Behr Fresh Cedar (MQ1-52) paint color. This rich and earthy hue beautifully complements soft neutrals like feather gray and sandy taupe. Pair Fresh Cedar with accents in crisp white to enhance its natural warmth, or with deep navy for a striking contrast. Incorporate natural textures like wood and rattan to bring out the cozy charm of this versatile color. Fresh Cedar is perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to any space, from modern living rooms to rustic kitchens. Elevate your home decor with this timeless and stylish hue that will stand the test of time.

What are Behr Fresh Cedar undertones?

Red is Behr Fresh Cedar undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#A77F74

RGB code:

167, 127, 116

Is Behr Fresh Cedar MQ1-52 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 13° this Pink refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

MQ1-52 Fresh Cedar HSL code: 13, 22%, 55%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Pink will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Pink undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Fresh Cedar:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Fresh Cedar MQ1-52 vs Salon Rose SW 0061

Behr Fresh Cedar MQ1-52 vs Sherwin Williams Salon Rose SW 0061Open Fresh Cedar MQ1-52
LRV: 25.48%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 23.46%
Medium color
Temperature: warm

Fresh Cedar MQ1-52 vs Modern Mocha N150-4

Behr Fresh Cedar MQ1-52 vs Behr Modern Mocha N150-4Open Fresh Cedar MQ1-52
LRV: 25.48%
Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 25.32%
Medium color
Temperature: warm