Coral Reef 6606 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D9766C, estimated LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is King Salmon from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #D9766C · 6606
Coral Reef
29%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Coral Reef Technical Profile
HEX Code#D9766C
RGB217, 118, 108
Estimated LRV28.8
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
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Coral Reef
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coral Reef
#D9766C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDA075
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coral Reef
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coral Reef 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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Coral Reef — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coral Reef have?
Coral Reef by Sherwin-Williams 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 Coral Reef from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coral Reef are King Salmon by Behr (a close digital match), Nectarina by Behr (a very close match), Sunset Horizon by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Coral Reef'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 Reef?
Coral Reef has a estimated lightness value of 28.8, 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 Coral Reef's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.