Ref. #ECABA3 · LA190-01
Coral Myth
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Coral Myth Technical Profile
What color is Coral Myth? It's a medium warm red with the hex code #ECABA3. Colors similar to Coral Myth include PPG Soft Salmon, Vista Paint Lusty Orange, Valspar Mad About Maddie. Coral Myth has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Coral Myth sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Coral Myth
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coral Myth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coral Myth
#ECABA3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1A271
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coral Myth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coral Myth 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Coral Myth.
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 Myth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coral Myth have?
Coral Myth by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Coral Myth from other brands?
The closest matches are Soft Salmon by PPG (#EAAAA2), Lusty Orange by Vista Paint (#EDAEA5), Mad About Maddie by Valspar (#EFAEA7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Coral Myth?
Coral Myth has an LRV of 49.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Coral Myth's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.