Coral Bells 170C-3 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FFB9CF, 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.
Ref. #FFB9CF · 170C-3
Coral Bells
64%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Coral Bells Technical Profile
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Coral Bells in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Coral Bells in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCoral Bells
Very similar
Hirshfield'sDahlia Delight
Dahlia Delight
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pink Flutter
Valspar
Very similar
Pure Pink
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dahlia Delight
Vista Paint
Very similar
Berries 'n' Cream
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Gumdrop Pink
PPG
Very similar
Pinky Posy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
In the Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Berry Cream
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coral Bells
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Coral Bells.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Coral Bells in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Coral Bells's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.