Colorplan

Orange

2011-10 · Benjamin Moore

LRV 20 · dark

0 black100 white

Color Preview Collection

Benjamin Moore Orange (2011-10) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 20. For trim, try Creamy Peach (2012-60).

Room Preview

This photo shows walls only. Photos show the color in a real room's light; your own light will change it.

Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.

Color Details

FamilyRed
LRV19.8 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white)
HEX#E0412B
RGB224, 65, 43
HSL7°, 74%, 52%

About Orange

Orange (2011-10) is a very dark, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 20, Orange 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 Orange's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. Next to Tawny Day Lily (2012-10), it's cooler.

How Orange changes with the light

Orange has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.

N

North-facing rooms

Orange's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.

E

East-facing rooms

Orange will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.

S

South-facing rooms

In strong south light Orange can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.

W

West-facing rooms

Orange will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.

See Orange in real homes

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Orange 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

Cavern Clay SW 7701

Closest available · ΔE 13.1

Also close: Coral Clay (ΔE 14.8)

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Farrow & Ball

Charlotte's Locks No.268

Closest available · ΔE 5.8

Also close: Blazer (ΔE 11.6)

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Behr

Mars Red PPU2-11

Closest available · ΔE 17.4

Also close: Red Pepper (ΔE 21.7)

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Orange questions

What undertone does Orange have?

Orange has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Orange's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.

Is Orange a light or dark color?

Orange has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 19.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 20, Orange absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.

What is the closest match to Orange in other paint brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 13.1); Farrow & Ball: Charlotte's Locks No.268 (closest available, ΔE 5.8); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 17.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.

What trim and ceiling color goes with Orange?

Try Creamy Peach (2012-60) on trim and Pink Swirl (2171-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Orange's undertone.

Where does Orange work best?

Orange works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 20, Orange absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.

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