Coral Colors
A red orange undertone gives Coral its energy, and the cleanest versions can feel almost tropical in sun. It lives between pink and orange, common on doors, powder rooms, kids spaces, textiles, and summer house accents.
Atomic Vale
Burnt Sienna
Coral
Crayola Atomic Tangerine
Crayola Burnt Orange
Crayola Burnt Sienna
Crayola Mango Tango
Crayola Orange
Crayola Outrageous Orange
Dark Salmon
Dusty Rose
Fierce Hawk
Living Coral
Mango
Pumpkin
Salmon
Tangerine
Terracotta
Terracotta Rose
Tomato
Vermilion
Vibrant Maple
Using coral in your home
Coral works best as a lively accent or in a small room with simple finishes. Use it for a bath vanity, pantry door, breakfast nook, or porch ceiling. North light can tame it slightly. South light makes it brighter and more orange. Pair with white, navy, teal, sand, or rattan. Watch red brick nearby. Coral can clash if the brick is muted and brown.
Frequently asked questions
Coral vs Salmon, which is brighter?
Coral is usually brighter and cleaner. Salmon is softer and often a little more muted.
Does Coral work in north facing rooms?
Yes, north light can make Coral easier to live with. Use warm lighting at night so it does not turn flat.
Which Coral paints are worth trying?
Sample Glidden Candy Corn (LRV 47.8), Sherwin-Williams Charisma (LRV 41), or Behr Balcony Sunset (LRV 60.8).