Smoked Salmon 1189-5 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EE867D, estimated LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Allablaze from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #EE867D · 1189-5
Smoked Salmon
37%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoked Salmon Technical Profile
HEX Code#EE867D
RGB238, 134, 125
Estimated LRV36.7
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 Smoked Salmon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoked Salmon
#EE867D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C8A06A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoked Salmon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoked 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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Smoked Salmon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoked Salmon have?
Smoked 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 Smoked Salmon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoked Salmon are Allablaze by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Cultured Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Fancy Nancy by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Smoked 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 Smoked Salmon?
Smoked Salmon has a estimated lightness value of 36.7, 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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