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Benjamin Moore Coral Reef 012

Coral Reef

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About Coral Reef by Benjamin Moore

Coral Reef 012 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 39% and hue near 8° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 38.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ef8c7d

RGB: 239, 140, 125

Hue8°

Saturation78%

Lightness71%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Coral Reef 012 a warm or cool color?
Coral Reef by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Coral Reef?
Coral Reef sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 8°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Coral Reef?
Brightness is about 39%. Saturation is around 78%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 71%. Hue is close to 8°. The hex value is #ef8c7d. The RGB value is 239, 140, 125.
Is Coral Reef better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Coral Reef has brightness around 39%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Coral Reef?
You can match Coral Reef 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 Reef work best in a home?
Coral Reef 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 Reef compare to a pure white paint?
Coral Reef is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper 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 Reef in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

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Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

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Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

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Alternate Colors by other brands

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

SMOKED SALMON

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WARM WELCOME

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Charisma

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