Opal Fire 1192-5 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E49C86, estimated LRV 42 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coral Ridge from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #E49C86 · 1192-5
Opal Fire
42%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Opal Fire Technical Profile
HEX Code#E49C86
RGB228, 156, 134
Estimated LRV42.0
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
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Opal Fire
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Opal Fire
#E49C86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0AB72
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Opal Fire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Opal Fire 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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Opal Fire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Opal Fire have?
Opal Fire by PPG 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 Opal Fire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Opal Fire are Coral Ridge by Valspar (a close digital match), Sockeye by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Sweet Papaya by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Opal Fire'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 Opal Fire?
Opal Fire has a estimated lightness value of 42.0, 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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Why Opal Fire's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.