Tangerine Dream 2012-30 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F26851, estimated LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rose Fusion from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #F26851 · 2012-30
Tangerine Dream
29%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tangerine Dream Technical Profile
HEX Code#F26851
RGB242, 104, 81
Estimated LRV29.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Tangerine Dream
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tangerine Dream
#F26851
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CEA864
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tangerine Dream
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tangerine Dream Room Palettes
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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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Tangerine Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tangerine Dream have?
Tangerine Dream 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 Tangerine Dream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tangerine Dream are Rose Fusion by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Orange Tiger Lily by PPG (a very close match), Autumn Enchantment by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Tangerine Dream'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 Tangerine Dream?
Tangerine Dream has a estimated lightness value of 29.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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