Wet Coral 1189-6 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D1584C, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Habanero Pepper from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D1584C · 1189-6
Wet Coral
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Wet Coral Technical Profile
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Wet Coral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wet Coral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWet Coral
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreHabanero Pepper
Habanero Pepper
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tango Coral
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tiki Torch
Behr
Very similar
Grand Duke
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hibiscus Tea
Kilz
Very similar
Chiles De Arbol
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hacienda Tile
Valspar
Very similar
Quite Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Clementine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Salmon Range
RAL
Visible difference
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wet Coral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wet Coral
#D1584C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDA075
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wet Coral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wet 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Wet Coral.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wet Coral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wet Coral have?
Wet Coral by PPG 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 Wet Coral in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wet Coral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wet Coral are Habanero Pepper by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tango Coral by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Gingham Pink by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Wet 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 Wet Coral?
Wet Coral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wet Coral's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.