Ardent Coral 6874 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #E5756A and LRV 30. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunset Horizon from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E5756A · 6874
Ardent Coral
30%LRV Value
Ardent Coral Technical Profile
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Ardent Coral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ardent Coral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsArdent Coral
Nearly identical
Dutch BoySunset Horizon
Sunset Horizon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pueblo Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bird of Paradise
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
King Salmon
Behr
Nearly identical
Childhood Crush
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Celebration Orange
PPG
Very similar
Flamenco Pink
Valspar
Very similar
Childhood Crush
Vista Paint
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Ruffle Pink Dress
Kilz
Visible difference
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ardent Coral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ardent Coral
#E5756A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4A16E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ardent Coral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ardent 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Ardent 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.
Ardent Coral — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Ardent Coral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ardent Coral are Sunset Horizon by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Pueblo Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bird of Paradise by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ardent 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 Ardent Coral?
Ardent Coral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.4, 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Ardent Coral depends on the room. Here's how to choose.