Coral Fountain MQ4-3 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E1A5A0, estimated LRV 46 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coral Cove from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #E1A5A0 · MQ4-3
Coral Fountain
46%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Coral Fountain Technical Profile
HEX Code#E1A5A0
RGB225, 165, 160
Estimated LRV45.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Coral Fountain
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coral Fountain
#E1A5A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B99E79
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coral Fountain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coral Fountain 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 Fountain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coral Fountain have?
Coral Fountain by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Fountain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coral Fountain are Coral Cove by PPG (a close digital match), Coral Cove by PPG (a close digital match), Soft Salmon by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Coral Fountain'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 Fountain?
Coral Fountain has a estimated lightness value of 45.5, 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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