ColorplanBenjamin Moore Tawny Day Lily (2012-10) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 20. For trim, try Creamy Peach (2012-60).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 19.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E04227 |
| RGB | 224, 66, 39 |
| HSL | 9°, 75%, 52% |
About Tawny Day Lily
Tawny Day Lily (2012-10) is a very dark, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 20, Tawny Day Lily 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 Tawny Day Lily'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 Orange (2011-10), it's warmer.
How Tawny Day Lily changes with the light
Tawny Day Lily 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
Tawny Day Lily's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Tawny Day Lily 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 Tawny Day Lily can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Tawny Day Lily will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Tawny Day Lily in real homes
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Tawny Day Lily 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 13.1
Also close: Coral Clay (ΔE 15.1)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.6
Also close: Blazer (ΔE 12.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 17.5
Also close: Red Pepper (ΔE 22.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Tawny Day Lily questions
What undertone does Tawny Day Lily have?
Tawny Day Lily has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Tawny Day Lily's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Tawny Day Lily a light or dark color?
Tawny Day Lily has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 19.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 20, Tawny Day Lily absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Tawny Day Lily 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 5.6); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 17.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Tawny Day Lily?
Try Creamy Peach (2012-60) on trim and Soft Pink (2012-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Tawny Day Lily's undertone.
Where does Tawny Day Lily work best?
Tawny Day Lily works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 20, Tawny Day Lily absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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