Coral Bells 170C-3 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FFB9CF, estimated LRV 64 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dahlia Delight from Hirshfield's (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #FFB9CF · 170C-3
Coral Bells
64%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Coral Bells Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFB9CF
RGB255, 185, 207
Estimated LRV64.0
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 Coral Bells
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coral Bells
#FFB9CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6735C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coral Bells
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coral Bells 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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Coral Bells — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coral Bells have?
Coral Bells 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 Coral Bells from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coral Bells are Dahlia Delight by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Pink Flutter by Valspar (a very close match), Pure Pink by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Coral Bells'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 Coral Bells?
Coral Bells has a estimated lightness value of 64.0, 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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