Custis Salmon CW-215 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DF9D8E, estimated LRV 42 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coral Blush from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #DF9D8E · CW-215
Custis Salmon
42%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Custis Salmon Technical Profile
HEX Code#DF9D8E
RGB223, 157, 142
Estimated LRV41.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Custis Salmon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Custis Salmon
#DF9D8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBA677
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Custis Salmon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Custis Salmon Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Custis Salmon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Custis Salmon have?
Custis Salmon by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Custis Salmon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Custis Salmon are Coral Blush by PPG (a close digital match), Rose Dusk by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Holland Tile by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Custis Salmon's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Custis Salmon?
Custis Salmon has a estimated lightness value of 41.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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