ColorplanBenjamin Moore Coral Bells (CSP-1135) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 26. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Coral Clay (SW 9005), Farrow & Ball Red Earth (No.64) and Behr Mars Red (PPU2-11). For trim, try Cream Puff (2174-70).
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This photo shows walls only. Photos show the color in a real room's light; your own light will change it.
Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 25.7 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #BD7A64 |
| RGB | 189, 122, 100 |
| HSL | 15°, 40%, 57% |
About Coral Bells
Coral Bells (CSP-1135) is a deep, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 26, Coral Bells absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Coral Bells's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. It's very close to Patina (1195); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Coral Bells changes with the light
Coral Bells has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Coral Bells's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Coral Bells will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Coral Bells can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Coral Bells will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Coral Bells in real homes
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Coral Bells equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Close · ΔE 4.3
Also close: Cavern Clay (ΔE 5.8)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 1.6
Also close: Porphyry Pink (ΔE 3.7)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Coral Bells questions
What undertone does Coral Bells have?
Coral Bells has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Coral Bells's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Coral Bells a light or dark color?
Coral Bells has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 25.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 26, Coral Bells absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Coral Bells in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (close, ΔE 4.3); Farrow & Ball: Red Earth No.64 (very close, ΔE 1.6); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (close, ΔE 4.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Coral Bells?
Try Cream Puff (2174-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Coral Bells's undertone.
Where does Coral Bells work best?
Coral Bells works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 26, Coral Bells absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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