Flame 2012-20 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E85237, estimated LRV 22 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Salmon Range from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #E85237 · 2012-20
Flame
22%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Flame Technical Profile
HEX Code#E85237
RGB232, 82, 55
Estimated LRV21.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Flame
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flame
#E85237
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CAA868
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flame 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
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Flame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flame have?
Flame by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Flame from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flame are Salmon Range by RAL (a close digital match), Burning Tomato by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Campfire Blaze by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Flame's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Flame?
Flame has a estimated lightness value of 21.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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