Fresh Salmon 23YR 45/369 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F2988B, estimated LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Charisma from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #F2988B · 23YR 45/369
Fresh Salmon
43%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Fresh Salmon Technical Profile
HEX Code#F2988B
RGB242, 152, 139
Estimated LRV43.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Fresh Salmon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Salmon
#F2988B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CAA568
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Salmon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh 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
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Fresh Salmon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Salmon have?
Fresh Salmon by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Fresh Salmon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Salmon are Charisma by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Passion Fruit by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Pink Polka Dot by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fresh Salmon'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 Fresh Salmon?
Fresh Salmon has a estimated lightness value of 43.2, 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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