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Benjamin Moore Hot Tamale
CSP-1155 · #AA3535 · LRV ~11.4
Closest tone in another brand: Dunn-Edwards Red Ink (~96% proximity)Hot Tamale (CSP-1155) is a deep red from Benjamin Moore, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 11.4 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Red Ink (~96% proximity).
Closest tone to Hot Tamale in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
11.4 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
CSP-1155
HEX
#AA3535
RGB
170, 53, 53
HSL
0°, 52%, 44%
Family
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Hot Tamale FAQ
What is the LRV of Hot Tamale?
Hot Tamale has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 11.4 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Hot Tamale in other brands?
Dunn-Edwards: Red Ink (DEA151), ~96% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Heartthrob (SW 6866), ~95% proximity; Valspar: Très Bien (8001-9G), ~95% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Tanager (HGSW6601), ~93% proximity; PPG: Red Gumball (PPG1187-7), ~93% proximity; Glidden: Red Gumball (PPG1187-7), ~92% proximity; Behr: Stiletto Love (P160-7), ~89% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Incarnadine (No. 248), ~71% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Hot Tamale?
The HEX code of Hot Tamale (CSP-1155) is #AA3535, RGB 170, 53, 53. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.