Flame 2012-20 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E85237, 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.
Ref. #E85237 · 2012-20
Flame
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Flame Technical Profile
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Flame in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Flame in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreFlame
Nearly identical
RALSalmon Range
Salmon Range
RAL
Nearly identical
Burning Tomato
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Campfire Blaze
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bonfire Night
Behr
Very similar
Dynamite
Kilz
Very similar
Autumn Blaze
Valspar
Very similar
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Coraled Begonia
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Skyrocket Red
PPG
Very similar
Starfish
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Obstinate Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flame
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Flame.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Flame in your own space before committing.
What colors match Flame from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flame are Salmon Range by RAL (a near-identical match), Burning Tomato by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Campfire Blaze by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Flame's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.