Salmon Stream 2173-30 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9F5E4C, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rich Clay from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9F5E4C · 2173-30
Salmon Stream
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Salmon Stream Technical Profile
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Salmon Stream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Salmon Stream 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 Stream
Nearly identical
PPGRich Clay
Rich Clay
PPG
Nearly identical
Earth Tone
Behr
Nearly identical
Spiced Carrot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Spiced Carrot
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tropical Nut
Valspar
Very similar
Roycroft Adobe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Autumn Ridge
Kilz
Very similar
Brandi-Ed Orange
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Russet Leather
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salmon Stream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salmon Stream
#9F5E4C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A79977
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Salmon Stream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Salmon Stream 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 Stream.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Salmon Stream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salmon Stream have?
Salmon Stream by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Salmon Stream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Salmon Stream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Salmon Stream are Rich Clay by PPG (a near-identical match), Earth Tone by Behr (a near-identical match), Cajun Red by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Salmon Stream'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 Stream?
Salmon Stream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Salmon Stream's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.