Ref. #F88446 · 091
Tangerine Melt
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tangerine Melt Technical Profile
What color is Tangerine Melt? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #F88446. Colors similar to Tangerine Melt include Behr Blaze Orange, Dunn-Edwards Tangerine Dream, Vista Paint Boredom Buster. Tangerine Melt has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 37 gives Tangerine Melt depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Tangerine Melt
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tangerine Melt
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tangerine Melt
#F88446
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D2C160
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tangerine Melt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tangerine Melt 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 Tangerine Melt.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tangerine Melt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tangerine Melt have?
Tangerine Melt by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Tangerine Melt from other brands?
The closest matches are Blaze Orange by Behr (#FC8647), Tangerine Dream by Dunn-Edwards (#FF8449), Boredom Buster by Vista Paint (#FA8B4D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tangerine Melt?
Tangerine Melt has an LRV of 36.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tangerine Melt's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.