ColorplanBenjamin Moore Coral Spice (2170-40) is a mid-tone red with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 44. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Persimmon (SW 6339). For trim, try Soft Pink (2012-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 43.6 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EA9E82 |
| RGB | 234, 158, 130 |
| HSL | 16°, 71%, 71% |
About Coral Spice
Coral Spice (2170-40) is a mid-tone, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 44, Coral Spice has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Coral Spice'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 Glow (026), it's warmer.
How Coral Spice changes with the light
Coral Spice 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 Spice's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Coral Spice 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 Spice can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Coral Spice will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Coral Spice in real homes
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Coral Spice 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.
Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.1
Also close: Ointment Pink (ΔE 7.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 9.2
Also close: Mars Red (ΔE 13.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Coral Spice questions
What undertone does Coral Spice have?
Coral Spice has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Coral Spice's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Coral Spice a light or dark color?
Coral Spice has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 43.6 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 44, Coral Spice has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Coral Spice in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Persimmon SW 6339 (close, ΔE 3.4); Farrow & Ball: Naperon No.315 (closest available, ΔE 5.1); Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 (closest available, ΔE 9.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Coral Spice?
Try Soft Pink (2012-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Coral Spice's undertone.
Where does Coral Spice work best?
Coral Spice works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 44, Coral Spice has visible color without darkening a room much.
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