Pink Salmon 99RR 27/498 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E56971, LRV 28 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Redstone from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E56971 · 99RR 27/498
Pink Salmon
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pink Salmon Technical Profile
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Pink Salmon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pink Salmon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPink Salmon
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsRedstone
Redstone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cactus Flower
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Guava Jam
Behr
Nearly identical
Passion Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lady Love
Vista Paint
Very similar
Begonia
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Watermelon Core
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Very similar
Childhood Crush
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hibiscus Tea
Kilz
Visible difference
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pink Salmon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pink Salmon
#E56971
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4936E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pink Salmon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pink 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Pink 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.
Pink Salmon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pink Salmon have?
Pink Salmon by PPG 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 Pink Salmon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pink Salmon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pink Salmon are Redstone by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Cactus Flower by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Florida Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pink 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 Pink Salmon?
Pink Salmon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pink Salmon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.