ColorplanBenjamin Moore Tangerine Dream (2012-30) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 29. For trim, try Pink Harmony (2013-60).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 29.0 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F16750 |
| RGB | 241, 103, 80 |
| HSL | 9°, 85%, 63% |
About Tangerine Dream
Tangerine Dream (2012-30) is a deep, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 29, Tangerine Dream 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 Tangerine Dream'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. It's very close to Hot Spice (2011-30); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Tangerine Dream changes with the light
Tangerine Dream 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
Tangerine Dream's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Tangerine Dream 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 Tangerine Dream can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Tangerine Dream will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Tangerine Dream in real homes
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Tangerine Dream 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 11.0
Also close: Persimmon (ΔE 13.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.7
Also close: Red Earth (ΔE 10.7)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 14.7
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 18.7)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Tangerine Dream questions
What undertone does Tangerine Dream have?
Tangerine Dream has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Tangerine Dream's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Tangerine Dream a light or dark color?
Tangerine Dream has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 29.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 29, Tangerine Dream 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 Tangerine Dream in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (closest available, ΔE 11.0); Farrow & Ball: Charlotte's Locks No.268 (closest available, ΔE 7.7); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 14.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Tangerine Dream?
Try Pink Harmony (2013-60) on trim and Frosted Petal (2089-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Tangerine Dream's undertone.
Where does Tangerine Dream work best?
Tangerine Dream works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 29, Tangerine Dream 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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