Fire Coral BIC-31 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C93426, estimated LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vermilion from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C93426 · BIC-31
Fire Coral
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Fire Coral Technical Profile
HEX Code#C93426
RGB201, 52, 38
Estimated LRV19.0
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 Fire Coral
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fire Coral
#C93426
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BE9964
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fire Coral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fire 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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Fire Coral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fire Coral have?
Fire Coral 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 Fire Coral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fire Coral are Vermilion by RAL (a close digital match), Vermilion by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Tomato Tango by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Fire 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 Fire Coral?
Fire Coral has a estimated lightness value of 19.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Fire Coral's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.