Carmela Coral 104-5DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #ED9080, estimated LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coral Reef from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #ED9080 · 104-5DB
Carmela Coral
40%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carmela Coral Technical Profile
HEX Code#ED9080
RGB237, 144, 128
Estimated LRV39.5
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
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Carmela Coral
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carmela Coral
#ED9080
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C7A76B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carmela Coral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carmela 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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Carmela Coral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carmela Coral have?
Carmela Coral by Dutch Boy 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 Carmela Coral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carmela Coral are Coral Reef by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Coral Passion by Valspar (a close digital match), Desert Rose by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Carmela 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 Carmela Coral?
Carmela Coral has a estimated lightness value of 39.5, 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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