Ref. #FFA8A6 · DE5109
Salmon Upstream
52%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Salmon Upstream Technical Profile
What color is Salmon Upstream? It's a medium warm red with the hex code #FFA8A6. Colors similar to Salmon Upstream include Vista Paint Patient Pink, Hirshfield's Nosegay, Vista Paint Nosegay. Salmon Upstream has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Salmon Upstream sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Salmon Upstream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salmon Upstream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salmon Upstream
#FFA8A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D69C5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Salmon Upstream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Salmon Upstream 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Salmon Upstream.
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 Upstream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salmon Upstream have?
Salmon Upstream by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Salmon Upstream from other brands?
The closest matches are Patient Pink by Vista Paint (#FFAAAA), Nosegay by Hirshfield's (#FAA4A3), Nosegay by Vista Paint (#F7A3A1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Salmon Upstream?
Salmon Upstream has an LRV of 52.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Salmon Upstream's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.