Caliente

The Basics

What are people saying about this color?

A vibrant, charismatic shade of red, caliente is strong, radiant and full of energy.

benjaminmoore.com

Strong, radiant, full of energy, Caliente is total confidence,' begins Ellen O'Neill, director of strategic design intelligence at Benjamin Moore. 'It's the signature colour of a modern architectural masterpiece; a lush carpet rolled out for a grand arrival; the assured backdrop for a book-lined library; a powerful first impression on a glossy front door. The eye can't help but follow its bold strokes. Harness the vitality.'

housebeautiful.com

It is one of those Reds that is almost perfection. It isn't too bright, to brown, too light or too dark. It has such a richness to it. If you are looking for a red that is a classic then this just may be your starting place.

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What kind of spaces does it work best in?

Red is perfect for the social spaces of the home. The front door, the dining room, maybe a study or a fiery bedroom.

Where could you expect to see it?

It's not a soft red, but it's not goth either. It has power and charisma to it, so I could see it lighting up an architecturally significant home or bringing grandness to any home. Using it on the front door or for furniture is a more accessible way to play with the color.

Who shouldn't pick this color?

Caliente is a strong shade, so should be avoided by people looking for soothing or relaxing spaces.

Any pro tips?

What colors does it go well with?

What's the LRV?

6.89. LRV measures the Light Reflectance Value, meaning the percentage of light (0-100) that bounces off a surface. 100 being purest white and 0 being purest black. Like other dark shades, Caliente has a very low LRV, meaning it reflects very little light.

Does it work as an exterior color?

Yes, it would work great on front doors or exteriors in general.

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