Salsa 2009-20 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DD483A, LRV 20 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Salsa del Sol from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DD483A · 2009-20
Salsa
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Salsa Technical Profile
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Salsa in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Salsa in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSalsa
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSalsa del Sol
Salsa del Sol
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Vermilion
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Endless Possibilities
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gingham Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spirit Warrior
Behr
Very similar
Skyrocket Red
PPG
Very similar
Scarlet Sun
Valspar
Very similar
Salmon Range
RAL
Very similar
Dynamite
Kilz
Very similar
Emotional
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salsa
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salsa
#DD483A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4A06E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Salsa
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Salsa 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 Salsa.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Salsa — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salsa have?
Salsa 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 Salsa in your own space before committing.
What colors match Salsa from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Salsa are Salsa del Sol by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Vermilion by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Endless Possibilities by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Salsa'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 Salsa?
Salsa has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.3, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Salsa's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.