Sherwin-Williams • 6606

Coral Reef

Name: Sherwin-Williams Coral Reef 6606
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Often used for its versatile qualities, Coral Reef remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to perfect for adding character to any space. We've gathered 25 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#D9766C

LRV

28.84

Light Reflectance Value

28.84

medium

Temperaturewarm

SaturationBright

Collection

2015 Buoyant 2017 Unbounded

Coral Reef's Color Strip

Coral Reef is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Charisma and Red Tomato. The strip spans from Oleander at the lightest end to Bolero at the deepest. Strip 108 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.

C1Oleander C2Youthful Coral C3Charisma C4Coral Reef

C5Red Tomato C6Rave Red C7Bolero

Coral Reef in Real Rooms

Coral Reef has a medium LRV of 28.84 — 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 bathroom, front door, bedroom, misc and living room.

5 Bathroom Photos

Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Coral Reef holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.

Sherwin Williams Coral Reef bathroom picture

@remissionmpls

SW Coral Reef bathroom paint

@misty.mro

SW Coral Reef bathroom paint review

@carolinacraftsmanpainting

SW Coral Reef bathroom paint

@carolinacraftsmanpainting

SW Coral Reef bathroom vanity color

@youveneverbraditsogood

6 Front Door Photos

Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Coral Reef rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.

Sherwin Williams Coral Reef front door paint

@musclemom9

2 Bedroom Photos

In the context of a primary suite, Coral Reef suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.

Sherwin Williams Coral Reef bedroom interior

@tmddesign

Coral Reef bedroom paint

@hudginsathome

9 Misc Photos

In laundry rooms, Coral Reef adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.

SW Coral Reef painted furniture review

@downhome_dixie

3 Living Room Photos

In a living room, Coral Reef acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.