Ref. #F15B1F · S-G-250
Solar Flare
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Solar Flare Technical Profile
What color is Solar Flare? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #F15B1F. Colors similar to Solar Flare include RAL Bright Red Orange, Benjamin Moore Festive Orange, Dunn-Edwards Exhuberant Orange. Solar Flare has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Solar Flare 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 Solar Flare
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Solar Flare
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Solar Flare
#F15B1F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CFB863
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Solar Flare
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Solar Flare 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 Solar Flare.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Solar Flare — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Solar Flare have?
Solar Flare by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Solar Flare from other brands?
The closest matches are Bright Red Orange by RAL (#F75E25), Festive Orange by Benjamin Moore (#EA5924), Exhuberant Orange by Dunn-Edwards (#F0622F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Solar Flare?
Solar Flare has an LRV of 32.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Solar Flare's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.