Ref. #B65B42 · 230D-6
Iced Tea
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Iced Tea Technical Profile
What color is Iced Tea? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #B65B42. Colors similar to Iced Tea include Benjamin Moore Fiery Opal, Valspar Orange Maple, Kilz Scorching Hot. Iced Tea has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Iced Tea creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Iced Tea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Iced Tea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Iced Tea
#B65B42
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3A278
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Iced Tea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Iced Tea 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 Iced Tea.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Iced Tea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Iced Tea have?
Iced Tea by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Iced Tea from other brands?
The closest matches are Fiery Opal by Benjamin Moore (#B35840), Orange Maple by Valspar (#B35943), Scorching Hot by Kilz (#B05C44). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Iced Tea?
Iced Tea has an LRV of 23.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Iced Tea's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.