Ref. #F2AE99 · MP25616
Salmon
51%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Salmon Technical Profile
What color is Salmon? It's a medium warm red with the hex code #F2AE99. Colors similar to Salmon include Hirshfield's Stucco Wall, Valspar Simply Coral, Vista Paint Stucco Wall. Salmon has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Salmon 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
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salmon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salmon
#F2AE99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C8AF6A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Salmon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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
Similar MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Salmon.
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 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salmon have?
Salmon by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Salmon from other brands?
The closest matches are Stucco Wall by Hirshfield's (#F1B19D), Simply Coral by Valspar (#F8B09C), Stucco Wall by Vista Paint (#EFB19C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Salmon?
Salmon has an LRV of 51.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Salmon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.