Ref. #B36C59 · 041
Spoonful of Sugar
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Spoonful of Sugar Technical Profile
What color is Spoonful of Sugar? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #B36C59. Colors similar to Spoonful of Sugar include Hirshfield's Caramel Candy, Valspar Kitchen Tile Red, Vista Paint Caramel Candy. Spoonful of Sugar has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Spoonful of Sugar 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 Spoonful of Sugar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spoonful of Sugar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spoonful of Sugar
#B36C59
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0A382
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spoonful of Sugar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spoonful of Sugar 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 Spoonful of Sugar.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spoonful of Sugar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spoonful of Sugar have?
Spoonful of Sugar by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Spoonful of Sugar from other brands?
The closest matches are Caramel Candy by Hirshfield's (#B3715D), Kitchen Tile Red by Valspar (#AF6D5F), Caramel Candy by Vista Paint (#B2715B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spoonful of Sugar?
Spoonful of Sugar has an LRV of 21.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Spoonful of Sugar's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.