ColorplanBenjamin Moore Tropical Orange (2170-20) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 21. 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 | 21.0 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #CB5E3D |
| RGB | 203, 94, 61 |
| HSL | 14°, 58%, 52% |
About Tropical Orange
Tropical Orange (2170-20) is a deep, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 21, Tropical 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 Tropical 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 Racing Orange (2169-10), it's cooler and more muted.
How Tropical Orange changes with the light
Tropical 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
Tropical Orange's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Tropical 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 Tropical Orange can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Tropical Orange will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Tropical Orange in real homes
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Tropical 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 7.8
Also close: Coral Clay (ΔE 10.8)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical · ΔE 0.9
Also close: Loggia (ΔE 8.7)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 12.6
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 19.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Tropical Orange questions
What undertone does Tropical Orange have?
Tropical Orange has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Tropical Orange's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Tropical Orange a light or dark color?
Tropical Orange has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 21.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 21, Tropical 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 Tropical Orange in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 7.8); Farrow & Ball: Charlotte's Locks No.268 (nearly identical, ΔE 0.9); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 12.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Tropical Orange?
Try Peach Cloud (2169-60) on trim and Frosted Petal (2089-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Tropical Orange's undertone.
Where does Tropical Orange work best?
Tropical Orange works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 21, Tropical 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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