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Flame

Behr · 210B-7

The Analysis

Flame is a high-energy orange that pulls a room inward, making spaces feel cozy rather than expansive. Because it has an LRV of 26.32, it absorbs a significant amount of light, meaning it won’t brighten a dark room but will instead create a deep, saturated atmosphere.

Due to its high intensity, this shade is best used as a bold accent wall or in small, contained spaces like a powder room or a home bar. It is far too aggressive to serve as a neutral backdrop for an entire home.

LRV 26

History & Origin

This tone is a direct nod to the bold, experimental palettes of the 1970s. It feels nostalgic for Mid-Century design while remaining a staple for modern, high-contrast interior styling.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Pair this with dark walnut wood tones or matte black metal finishes to ground the vibrancy. It works exceptionally well in dining rooms or creative studios where you want to promote high energy.

The Mood

This is an inherently energizing and stimulating colour that keeps a room feeling active and warm. It is best suited for social areas rather than bedrooms, as its intensity is designed to spark conversation and movement rather than rest.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Startling Orange

    Behr · S-G-230

  • Autumn Blaze

    Valspar · 2002-1A

  • Rumba Orange

    Benjamin Moore · 2014-20

  • Electric Orange

    Behr · 220B-7

  • Orange Nectar

    Benjamin Moore · 2013-20

  • Obstinate Orange

    Sherwin-Williams · SW6884

Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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