Benjamin Moore

Hot Tamale

CSP-1155

Hot Tamale is a bold red with warm undertones that create an assertive, saturated appearance. At an LRV of 12.52, this dark, intense color absorbs significant light, making it best suited for accent walls or focal points rather than full room coverage. The warmth in this red keeps it from appearing cool or berry-toned.

This color works effectively with Benjamin Moore's Simply White for stark contrast, Hale Navy for a classic red-navy pairing, Hunter Green for rich depth, Calm for a neutral backdrop, and Caliente for a monochromatic red approach.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

CSP-1155

Collection

Color Stories

Hot Tamale in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Hot Tamale under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Hot Tamale under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Red

Strength

High

Temperature

warm

Hue Angle

0°

Red Family

Lightness

43%

Medium

Saturation

53%

Saturated

LRV

12.5
0%100%
Very Dark
Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#A93434
RGB Decimal
169, 52, 52
RGB Percent
66.3%, 20.4%, 20.4%
HSL
0.0, 52.9%, 43.3%
HSV
0.0, 69.2%, 66.3%
CMYK
0.0%, 69.2%, 69.2%, 33.7%
YIQ
87.0, 69.7, 24.7
XYZ
18.21, 11.14, 4.44
CIE Lab
39.81, 47.67, 27.40
CIE Luv
39.81, 87.42, 18.85
Hunter Lab
33.38, 42.05, 14.81
Decimal
11088948

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