California Coral M190-4 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E9A1A0, LRV 45 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Coral from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E9A1A0 · M190-4
California Coral
45%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
California Coral Technical Profile
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California Coral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to California Coral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCalifornia Coral
Nearly identical
ValsparAntique Coral
Antique Coral
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pink Carnation
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cupcake Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
River Rouge
PPG
Very similar
Minstrel Heart
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Canyon Blossom
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Roseberry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wood Nymph
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Youthful Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With California Coral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
California Coral
#E9A1A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BF9A73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for California Coral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
California Coral Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to California Coral.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
California Coral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does California Coral have?
California Coral by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample California Coral in your own space before committing.
What colors match California Coral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to California Coral are Antique Coral by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pink Carnation by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cupcake Pink by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting California Coral's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of California Coral?
California Coral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why California Coral's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.