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Benjamin Moore Hot Spice 2011-30

Hot Spice

Benjamin Moore

2011-30

About Hot Spice by Benjamin Moore

Hot Spice 2011-30 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 28% and hue near 8° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 28.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f06450

RGB: 240, 100, 80

Hue

Saturation84%

Lightness63%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Hot Spice from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Hot Spice looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Hot Spice 2011-30 a warm or cool color?
Hot Spice by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Hot Spice?
Hot Spice sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 8°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hot Spice?
Brightness is about 28%. Saturation is around 84%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 63%. Hue is close to 8°. The hex value is #f06450. The RGB value is 240, 100, 80.
Is Hot Spice better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hot Spice has brightness around 28%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Hot Spice?
You can match Hot Spice with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Hot Spice work best in a home?
Hot Spice works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Hot Spice compare to a pure white paint?
Hot Spice is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Hot Spice in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Hot Spice in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Hot Spice. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Hot Spice. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.