ColorplanBenjamin Moore Coral Gables (2010-40) is a mid-tone red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 41. For trim, try Powder Pink (2009-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 41.4 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F98F83 |
| RGB | 249, 143, 131 |
| HSL | 6°, 91%, 75% |
About Coral Gables
Coral Gables (2010-40) is a mid-tone, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 41, Coral Gables has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Coral Gables'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 Pink Polka Dot (004); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Coral Gables changes with the light
Coral Gables 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 Gables's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Coral Gables 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 Gables can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Coral Gables will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Coral Gables in real homes
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Coral Gables 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
Closest available · ΔE 9.8
Also close: Coral Clay (ΔE 11.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 12.0
Also close: Naperon (ΔE 12.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 15.2
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 15.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Coral Gables questions
What undertone does Coral Gables have?
Coral Gables has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Coral Gables's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Coral Gables a light or dark color?
Coral Gables has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 41.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 41, Coral Gables has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Coral Gables in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Persimmon SW 6339 (closest available, ΔE 9.8); Farrow & Ball: Red Earth No.64 (closest available, ΔE 12.0); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 15.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Coral Gables?
Try Powder Pink (2009-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Coral Gables's undertone.
Where does Coral Gables work best?
Coral Gables works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 41, Coral Gables has visible color without darkening a room much.
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