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Summer Sun Pink

Benjamin Moore · 2012-40

The Analysis

Summer Sun Pink is a punchy, mid-toned coral that introduces significant warmth to a space. With an LRV of 45.66, it absorbs a fair amount of light, which prevents it from feeling washed out while making a room feel more intimate and enclosed rather than expansive.

Because of its high saturation, this works best as a deliberate accent or in smaller rooms like powder baths or creative studios. It is too intense for a whole-house neutral, but it acts as a fantastic focal point for a feature wall or custom cabinetry.

LRV 46

History & Origin

This is a decidedly modern, fresh color that feels at home in contemporary interiors. It lacks the muted, chalky qualities of traditional Victorian palettes, aligning instead with 21st-century graphic design trends.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Pair this with matte black hardware to ground the color or brushed brass to lean into a warmer, retro look. It complements light oak or walnut wood tones perfectly by balancing its pink undertones with natural wood grain.

The Mood

This shade is distinctly energizing and spirited, making it a great choice for active zones. It avoids the 'nursery' look by leaning into a sunset-orange base, providing a lively backdrop that feels intentional and bold rather than soft or passive.

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.

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Lighting

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

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