Swatchd
Sign inGet started
Mid-Century ModernSouth-Facing

Fan Coral

Benjamin Moore · 013

The Analysis

Fan Coral is a saturated, mid-tone terracotta-orange that prevents a room from feeling washed out. With an LRV of 33.26, it absorbs a fair amount of light, which creates a cozy, enclosed atmosphere rather than an expansive or airy one.

Because of its intensity, this colour is best used as a bold accent or in smaller rooms like a powder bath or a study. It is too dominant to serve as a subtle background, but it excels as a focal point.

LRV 33

History & Origin

This shade leans heavily into 1970s Mid-Century Modern design trends. It feels like a fresh, modern update to the earthy palettes popular in that era.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Pair this with dark walnut wood tones or matte black metal hardware to ground the vibrancy. It works exceptionally well in dining rooms or dens where you want to encourage conversation and warmth.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels distinctly energizing and warm, making it a great choice for spaces where you want to feel active. It is far from a neutral, so it will keep the room feeling lively and spirited throughout the day.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Cool Lava

    Behr · 180B-5

  • Watermelon Slice

    Behr · P180-5

  • Youthful Coral

    Behr · 170B-5

  • Caribbean Dawn 1

    Dulux

  • Tucson Coral

    Benjamin Moore · 005

  • Cosmic Coral

    Behr · HDC-SM14-12

Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

  • Natural
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening
  • Overcast
  • 2700K
  • 3500K
  • 4000K
  • 5500K