Carnation Coral M170-3 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F2B0C2, estimated LRV 56 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pink Flutter from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #F2B0C2 · M170-3
Carnation Coral
56%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Carnation Coral Technical Profile
HEX Code#F2B0C2
RGB242, 176, 194
Estimated LRV56.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypink
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Carnation Coral
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carnation Coral
#F2B0C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C5816D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carnation Coral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carnation 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
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Carnation Coral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carnation Coral have?
Carnation Coral by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Carnation Coral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carnation Coral are Pink Flutter by Valspar (a close digital match), Pink Carnation by PPG (a close digital match), Rosy Glow by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Carnation 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 Carnation Coral?
Carnation Coral has a estimated lightness value of 56.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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