Coral Dawn 80YR 55/266 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EFBB9C, estimated LRV 56 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tan Temptation from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #EFBB9C · 80YR 55/266
Coral Dawn
56%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Coral Dawn Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFBB9C
RGB239, 187, 156
Estimated LRV56.3
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 Familyorange
BrandPPG
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#F0BD9E
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Colors That Work With Coral Dawn
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coral Dawn
#EFBB9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C5BA6D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coral Dawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coral Dawn 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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Coral Dawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coral Dawn have?
Coral Dawn by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange 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 Coral Dawn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coral Dawn are Tan Temptation by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Neighborly Peach by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Sun-Warmed Tile by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Coral Dawn'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 Dawn?
Coral Dawn has a estimated lightness value of 56.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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