Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Blanched Coral

If you love Behr Blanched Coral but need a Benjamin Moore alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Behr, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.

Blanched Coral (PPU7-14) is a light cream with warm coral cream undertones. A warm cream with subtle coral-pink undertones. Softer and more feminine than a straight cream, without being obviously pink. The coral warmth gives it a unique character that reads as both cozy and sophisticated. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 78) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.

We calculated the perceptual color distance between Blanched Coral and every Benjamin Moore color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.

The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Benjamin Moore option is Navajo White (OC-95) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Navajo White is close in warmth, with similar peachy undertones. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.

Benjamin Moore Matches for Blanched Coral

Navajo White OC-95
Good match · ΔE 4

Navajo White is close in warmth, with similar peachy undertones.

Blanched CoralNavajo White
LRV7878.89
Hex#E7E0D2#E9E0CF
UndertoneWarm Coral CreamWarm Peach-Cream
FamilyCreamOff-White

Undertone Comparison

Blanched Coral has warm coral cream undertones. A warm cream with subtle coral-pink undertones. Softer and more feminine than a straight cream, without being obviously pink. The coral warmth gives it a unique character that reads as both cozy and sophisticated.

Navajo White has warm peach-cream undertones. A warm off-white with peach and cream undertones. More color than a typical white, landing in warm neutral territory.

The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Blanched Coral's warm coral cream quality may read differently than Navajo White's warm peach-cream character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.

How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting

Blanched Coral in Your Room

The coral undertone is most visible in bright, cool light. In warm rooms, it reads as a rich, warm cream. A distinctive warm off-white that offers something different from the usual cream-yellow options.

Navajo White in Your Room

Reads as a warm, sandy neutral in most rooms. The peach undertone shows more in bright light. Cozy without being heavy.

LRV and Brightness

Blanched Coral has an LRV of 78, while Navajo White has an LRV of 78.89. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.

Best Rooms for Blanched Coral

Behr recommends Blanched Coral for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, living room, dining room. With an LRV of 78, this is a light color that reflects a lot of light and works well in any room, including smaller spaces where you want to maintain a bright, open feel. It is light enough for whole-house use without making rooms feel washed out or sterile.

Navajo White is recommended for: living room, bedroom, hallway, dining room, whole house. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.

Blanched Coral in Other Brands

Looking for Blanched Coral equivalents in other brands besides Benjamin Moore? We have matches across all major paint brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

The closest Benjamin Moore match for Blanched Coral (PPU7-14) is Navajo White (OC-95) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Navajo White is close in warmth, with similar peachy undertones. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.

No, they are not identical. Blanched Coral is a Behr color with warm coral cream undertones and an LRV of 78. Navajo White is a Benjamin Moore color with warm peach-cream undertones and an LRV of 78.89. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.

With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.

There are several practical reasons to look for a Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.

Colors on screen are approximations. Your monitor, lighting, and paint finish will affect how colors appear in your space. Always test with a physical paint sample before purchasing.

Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.