ColorplanBenjamin Moore Coral Reef (012) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 39. 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 | 38.6 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EF8C7D |
| RGB | 239, 140, 125 |
| HSL | 8°, 78%, 71% |
About Coral Reef
Coral Reef (012) is a deep, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 39, Coral Reef 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 Reef'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. Next to Coral Gables (2010-40), it's darker.
How Coral Reef changes with the light
Coral Reef 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 Reef's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Coral Reef 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 Reef can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Coral Reef will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Coral Reef in real homes
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Coral Reef 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 8.3
Also close: Coral Clay (ΔE 10.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 10.0
Also close: Naperon (ΔE 10.9)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 13.3
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 13.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Coral Reef questions
What undertone does Coral Reef have?
Coral Reef has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Coral Reef's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Coral Reef a light or dark color?
Coral Reef has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 38.6 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 39, Coral Reef 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 Reef in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Persimmon SW 6339 (closest available, ΔE 8.3); Farrow & Ball: Red Earth No.64 (closest available, ΔE 10.0); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 13.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Coral Reef?
Try Powder Pink (2009-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Coral Reef's undertone.
Where does Coral Reef work best?
Coral Reef works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 39, Coral Reef 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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