Carnation Coral M170-3 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F2B0C2, 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.
Ref. #F2B0C2 · M170-3
Carnation Coral
56%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Carnation Coral Technical Profile
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Carnation Coral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carnation Coral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCarnation Coral
Nearly identical
ValsparPink Flutter
Pink Flutter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pink Carnation
PPG
Nearly identical
Rosy Glow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Berries 'n' Cream
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Climbing Rose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Christy's Smile
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Parisian Rose
Dutch Boy
Very similar
In the Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Sincerity
Kilz
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carnation Coral
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Carnation Coral.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Carnation Coral in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carnation Coral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carnation Coral are Pink Flutter by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pink Carnation by PPG (a near-identical match), Rosy Glow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Carnation Coral's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.