Coral Bead 6873 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #EF9A93 and LRV 44. Its closest cross-brand match is Corallize from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EF9A93 · 6873
Coral Bead
44%LRV Value
Coral Bead Technical Profile
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Coral Bead in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Coral Bead in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsCoral Bead
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCorallize
Corallize
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Minstrel Heart
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Priceless Coral
Behr
Nearly identical
Blossom Park
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peach Burst
Valspar
Very similar
Coral Ridge
Kilz
Very similar
Salmon Pink
PPG
Very similar
Roseberry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Nosegay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coral Bead
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coral Bead
#EF9A93
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C6A06C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coral Bead
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coral Bead 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 Coral Bead.
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 Bead — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Coral Bead from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coral Bead are Corallize by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Minstrel Heart by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Priceless Coral by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Coral Bead'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 Bead?
Coral Bead has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.6, 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 Coral Bead depends on the room. Here's how to choose.