Red Coral PPU1-5A is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CD6358, estimated LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shimmered Copper from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CD6358 · PPU1-5A
Red Coral
23%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Coral Technical Profile
HEX Code#CD6358
RGB205, 99, 88
Estimated LRV22.6
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Shimmered Copper
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#CC6559
Close digital match
Quite Coral
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#C76356
Close digital match
Southwestern Clay
Dunn-Edwards
#CC6758
Close digital match
Raspberry Blush
Benjamin Moore
#D86057
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#D75954
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#CD6651
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#CD6953
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#D0664F
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#D36E70
Visible digital difference
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#D65F3D
Visible digital difference
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Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Red Coral
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Coral
#CD6358
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BA9F78
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Coral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red 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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Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Red Coral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Coral have?
Red 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 Red Coral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Coral are Shimmered Copper by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Quite Coral by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Southwestern Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Red 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 Red Coral?
Red Coral has a estimated lightness value of 22.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Red Coral's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.