Coral Bells 6593 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BB4B51, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Embroidered from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BB4B51 · 6593
Coral Bells
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Coral Bells Technical Profile
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Coral Bells in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Coral Bells 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 Bells
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreEmbroidered
Embroidered
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Glowing Scarlet
Behr
Nearly identical
Red Baron
Vista Paint
Very similar
Precious Peony
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Terra Cotta Rose
PPG
Very similar
Oh So Red
Valspar
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Lady in Red
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Red Flare
Kilz
Very similar
Strawberry Sorbet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coral Bells
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coral Bells
#BB4B51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5967D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coral Bells
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coral Bells 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 Bells.
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 Bells — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coral Bells have?
Coral Bells by Sherwin-Williams 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 Coral Bells in your own space before committing.
What colors match Coral Bells from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coral Bells are Embroidered by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Santa's Suit by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Glowing Scarlet by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Coral Bells'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 Bells?
Coral Bells has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.2, 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 Coral Bells's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.