ColorplanBenjamin Moore Hot Tamale (CSP-1155) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 11. For trim, try Pink Fairy (2006-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 11.1 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A93434 |
| RGB | 169, 52, 52 |
| HSL | 0°, 53%, 43% |
About Hot Tamale
Hot Tamale (CSP-1155) is a very dark, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 11, Hot Tamale absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hot Tamale's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Deep Rose (2004-10), it's more colorful.
How Hot Tamale changes with the light
Hot Tamale is a deep color. In north-facing or dim rooms it reads darker and cozier; in south-facing rooms it shows more of its color. Either can work, depending on the mood you want.
North-facing rooms
Hot Tamale will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Hot Tamale will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Hot Tamale can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Hot Tamale will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Hot Tamale in real homes
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Hot Tamale equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 5.0
Also close: Red Bay (ΔE 5.9)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.6
Also close: Blazer (ΔE 6.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Hot Tamale questions
What undertone does Hot Tamale have?
Hot Tamale has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hot Tamale's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Hot Tamale a light or dark color?
Hot Tamale has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 11.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 11, Hot Tamale absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Hot Tamale in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Bolero SW 7600 (closest available, ΔE 5.0); Farrow & Ball: Incarnadine No.248 (closest available, ΔE 5.6); Behr: Red Pepper PPU2-02 (closest available, ΔE 10.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Hot Tamale?
Try Pink Fairy (2006-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Hot Tamale's undertone.
Where does Hot Tamale work best?
Hot Tamale works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 11, Hot Tamale absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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