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Benjamin Moore Tangerine Melt 091

Tangerine Melt

Benjamin Moore

091

About Tangerine Melt by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 36.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f78345

RGB: 247, 131, 69

Hue21°

Saturation92%

Lightness62%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Tangerine Melt 091 a warm or cool color?
Tangerine Melt 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 Tangerine Melt?
Tangerine Melt sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 21°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Tangerine Melt?
Brightness is about 36%. Saturation is around 92%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 62%. Hue is close to 21°. The hex value is #f78345. The RGB value is 247, 131, 69.
Is Tangerine Melt better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Tangerine Melt has brightness around 36%. 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 Tangerine Melt?
You can match Tangerine Melt 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 Tangerine Melt work best in a home?
Tangerine Melt 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 Tangerine Melt compare to a pure white paint?
Tangerine Melt 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 Tangerine Melt 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 Tangerine Melt 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 Tangerine Melt. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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