Island Salsa 2003-3A is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BB5D50, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rosy Peach from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BB5D50 · 2003-3A
Island Salsa
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Island Salsa Technical Profile
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Island Salsa in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Island Salsa in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparIsland Salsa
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRosy Peach
Rosy Peach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Before Winter
Behr
Nearly identical
Redwood City
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Firecracker
PPG
Very similar
Peppery
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rose Flame
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Angelic Choir
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ginger Jar
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sedona Mountains
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Very similar
Bamboozle
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Island Salsa
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Island Salsa
#BB5D50
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4A07E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Island Salsa
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Island Salsa 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Island Salsa.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Island Salsa — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Island Salsa have?
Island Salsa by Valspar 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 Island Salsa in your own space before committing.
What colors match Island Salsa from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Island Salsa are Rosy Peach by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Before Winter by Behr (a near-identical match), Moroccan Spice by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Island Salsa'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 Island Salsa?
Island Salsa has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Island Salsa's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.