Ref. #FC8647 · 260B-6
Blaze Orange
44%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Blaze Orange Technical Profile
What color is Blaze Orange? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #FC8647. Colors similar to Blaze Orange include Benjamin Moore Tangerine Melt, Dunn-Edwards Valley of Fire, Vista Paint Boredom Buster. Blaze Orange has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Blaze Orange depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Blaze Orange
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blaze Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blaze Orange
#FC8647
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D4C25E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blaze Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blaze Orange Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Blaze Orange.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blaze Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blaze Orange have?
Blaze Orange by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Blaze Orange from other brands?
The closest matches are Tangerine Melt by Benjamin Moore (#F88446), Valley of Fire by Dunn-Edwards (#FF8A4A), Boredom Buster by Vista Paint (#FA8B4D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blaze Orange?
Blaze Orange has an LRV of 44.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blaze Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.