ColorplanBenjamin Moore Racing Orange (2169-10) is a deep red with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 20. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Charlotte's Locks (No.268). For trim, try Peach Cloud (2169-60).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 20.4 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #CC5A32 |
| RGB | 204, 90, 50 |
| HSL | 16°, 61%, 50% |
About Racing Orange
Racing Orange (2169-10) is a deep, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 20, Racing Orange absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Racing 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 Tropical Orange (2170-20), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Racing Orange changes with the light
Racing 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.
North-facing rooms
Racing Orange's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Racing Orange 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 Racing Orange can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Racing Orange will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Racing Orange in real homes
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Racing 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
Closest available · ΔE 8.9
Also close: Coral Clay (ΔE 12.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 2.5
Also close: Loggia (ΔE 10.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 14.0
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 20.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Racing Orange questions
What undertone does Racing Orange have?
Racing Orange has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Racing Orange's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Racing Orange a light or dark color?
Racing Orange has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 20.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 20, Racing Orange absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Racing Orange in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 8.9); Farrow & Ball: Charlotte's Locks No.268 (close, ΔE 2.5); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 14.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Racing Orange?
Try Peach Cloud (2169-60) on trim and Frosted Petal (2089-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Racing Orange's undertone.
Where does Racing Orange work best?
Racing Orange works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 20, Racing Orange absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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