Salmon Mousse 046 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DBA593, LRV 44 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apricotta from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBA593 · 046
Salmon Mousse
44%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Salmon Mousse Technical Profile
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Salmon Mousse in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Salmon Mousse in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSalmon Mousse
Nearly identical
BehrApricotta
Apricotta
Behr
Nearly identical
Cedarville
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sunbaked Clay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Key'S Retreat
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Auburn Wave
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Londonderry Coral
PPG
Nearly identical
Orange Ginger
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sweet Marmalade
Valspar
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Rose Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salmon Mousse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salmon Mousse
#DBA593
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8A87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Salmon Mousse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Salmon Mousse 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Salmon Mousse.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Salmon Mousse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salmon Mousse have?
Salmon Mousse by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Salmon Mousse in your own space before committing.
What colors match Salmon Mousse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Salmon Mousse are Apricotta by Behr (a near-identical match), Cedarville by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sunbaked Clay by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Salmon Mousse'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 Salmon Mousse?
Salmon Mousse has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Salmon Mousse's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.