Sherwin-Williams • 9005

Coral Clay

Name: Sherwin-Williams Coral Clay 9005
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Coral Clay is a versatile Red from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to perfect for adding character to any space. Below, you'll find 9 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#BF796E

LRV

26.00

Light Reflectance Value

26.00

medium

Temperaturewarm

SaturationMidtone

Collection

2020 Heart 2022 Opus Dreamer

Coral Clay's Color Strip

Coral Clay is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Constant Coral and Henna Shade. The strip spans from Romance at the lightest end to Fireweed at the deepest. Strip 114 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

C1Romance C2Mellow Coral C3Constant Coral C4Coral Clay

C5Henna Shade C6Bold Brick C7Fireweed

Coral Clay in Real Rooms

Coral Clay has a medium LRV of 26 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's warm-toned and , picking up richness from natural light and sitting comfortably alongside wood tones and warm neutrals. Grouped in the Red family, the photos below show it applied in a bedroom, living room, front door and misc.

2 Bedroom Photos

For guest bedrooms, Coral Clay is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.

SW Coral Clay bedroom color block

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SW Coral Clay bedroom interior

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1 Living Room Photo

For open-concept living rooms, Coral Clay is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.

Sherwin Williams Coral Clay living room color

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1 Front Door Photo

A front door painted Coral Clay makes a confident first impression without shouting. The color's depth draws the eye and signals personality before guests even step inside. Pair with crisp white trim and warm brass hardware to complete the look.

Sherwin Williams Coral Clay front door paint

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5 Misc Photos

Coral Clay shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.