ColorplanBenjamin Moore Coral Pink (2003-50) is a mid-tone pink with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 53. For trim, try Flush Pink (2081-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Pink |
| LRV | 52.8 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F9ABBA |
| RGB | 249, 171, 186 |
| HSL | 348°, 87%, 82% |
About Coral Pink
Coral Pink (2003-50) is a mid-tone, medium-strength pink from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 53, Coral Pink has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Coral Pink's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. It's very close to Blush Tone (2000-50); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Coral Pink changes with the light
Coral Pink 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 Pink's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Coral Pink 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 Pink can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Coral Pink will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Coral Pink in real homes
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Coral Pink 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 13.7
Also close: Dressy Rose (ΔE 15.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.0
Also close: Cinder Rose (ΔE 11.9)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 18.3
Also close: Stolen Kiss (ΔE 19.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Coral Pink questions
What undertone does Coral Pink have?
Coral Pink has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Coral Pink's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Coral Pink a light or dark color?
Coral Pink has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 52.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 53, Coral Pink has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Coral Pink in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Rosy Outlook SW 6316 (closest available, ΔE 13.7); Farrow & Ball: Nancy's Blushes No.278 (closest available, ΔE 7.0); Behr: Dusty Lilac N110-1 (closest available, ΔE 18.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Coral Pink?
Try Flush Pink (2081-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Coral Pink's undertone.
Where does Coral Pink work best?
Coral Pink works well in bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 53, Coral Pink has visible color without darkening a room much.
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