Overview

• Hidden Gem was unveiled on July 29 at a press event in Upstate New York and described by Behr’s color team as a smoky blend of blue and green that conveys grounded sophistication and quiet confidence.
• The shade leads Behr’s 2026 Color Trends Palette, which is available exclusively at Home Depot and succeeds 2025’s Rumors in the annual Color of the Year lineup.
• A recent Behr survey found 58% of Americans consider rooms painted in Hidden Gem “captivating” and 67% say it fosters a sense of peace in their homes.
• Design experts recommend using Hidden Gem on kitchen cabinets, trim and built-ins or as a full-room drench to achieve a nature-inspired, intimate atmosphere.
• Behr’s year-long trend-forecasting process draws on cultural signals and consumer insights to shift home palettes away from neutral grays toward more expressive yet enduring hues.