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Benjamin Moore Coral Dust 2173-50

Coral Dust

Benjamin Moore

2173-50

About Coral Dust by Benjamin Moore

Coral Dust 2173-50 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 54% and hue near 10° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 53.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e2b8b0

RGB: 226, 184, 176

Hue10°

Saturation46%

Lightness79%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Coral Dust from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Coral Dust looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Coral Dust 2173-50 a warm or cool color?
Coral Dust by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Coral Dust?
Coral Dust sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 10°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Coral Dust?
Brightness is about 54%. Saturation is around 46%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 79%. Hue is close to 10°. The hex value is #e2b8b0. The RGB value is 226, 184, 176.
Is Coral Dust better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Coral Dust has brightness around 54%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Coral Dust?
You can match Coral Dust with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Coral Dust work best in a home?
Coral Dust works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Coral Dust compare to a pure white paint?
Coral Dust is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Coral Dust in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Coral Dust in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Coral Dust. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Coral Dust. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.