Coral Reef 012 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F08D7E, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carmela Coral from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F08D7E · 012
Coral Reef
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Coral Reef Technical Profile
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Coral Reef in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Coral Reef in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCoral Reef
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCarmela Coral
Carmela Coral
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Coral Passion
Valspar
Nearly identical
Coralette
Behr
Very similar
Charisma
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Smoked Salmon
PPG
Very similar
Adobe Avenue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Graceful Ballerina
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Adonis Glow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Antigua Sunset
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coral Reef
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coral Reef
#F08D7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C9A669
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coral Reef
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coral Reef 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Coral Reef.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coral Reef — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coral Reef have?
Coral Reef by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Coral Reef in your own space before committing.
What colors match Coral Reef from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coral Reef are Carmela Coral by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Coral Passion by Valspar (a near-identical match), Party Dress by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Coral Reef'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 Reef?
Coral Reef has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Coral Reef's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.