Ref. #CD5B33 · 2169-10
Racing Orange
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Racing Orange Technical Profile
What color is Racing Orange? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #CD5B33. Colors similar to Racing Orange include Dunn-Edwards Campfire, MPC Orange Cowry, Sherwin-Williams Obstinate Orange. Racing Orange has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Racing Orange creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Racing Orange
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Racing Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Racing Orange
#CD5B33
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BEAC74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Racing Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Racing 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Racing 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.
Racing Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Racing Orange have?
Racing Orange by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Racing Orange from other brands?
The closest matches are Campfire by Dunn-Edwards (#CE5F38), Orange Cowry by MPC (#CF6034), Obstinate Orange by Sherwin-Williams (#D7552A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Racing Orange?
Racing Orange has an LRV of 20.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Racing Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.