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Benjamin Moore Tangelo 2017-30

Tangelo

Benjamin Moore

2017-30

About Tangelo by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 47%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ffa134

RGB: 255, 161, 52

Hue32°

Saturation100%

Lightness60%

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These are close matches to Tangelo 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 Tangelo looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Tangelo 2017-30 a warm or cool color?
Tangelo by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Tangelo?
Tangelo sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 32°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Tangelo?
Brightness is about 47%. Saturation is around 100%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 60%. Hue is close to 32°. The hex value is #ffa134. The RGB value is 255, 161, 52.
Is Tangelo better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Tangelo has brightness around 47%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Tangelo?
You can match Tangelo 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 Tangelo work best in a home?
Tangelo 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 Tangelo compare to a pure white paint?
Tangelo is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Tangelo 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 Tangelo 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 Tangelo. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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