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Salmon orange

We've categorized Salmon orange as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 3 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#D5654E

LRV

25.27

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Light Reflectance Value
25.27
Medium

Salmon orange in Real Rooms

Salmon orange has a medium LRV of 25.27 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.

1 Living Room Photo

Salmon orange anchors the living room with a quiet, architectural confidence. Its depth shifts subtly through the day — cooler in the crisp morning light and significantly warmer by lamplight in the evening — making it a natural fit for a space meant for both high-energy gathering and silent unwinding. To maximize the effect, layer in natural white oak, heavy linen, and soft metallics to let the color truly breathe.

RAL Classic Salmon orange 2012 paint stairs

RAL Classic Salmon orange 2012 paint stairs

@t_kozelsky

2 Misc Photos

Salmon orange shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.

RAL Classic Salmon orange 2012 paint

RAL Classic Salmon orange 2012 paint

@diedrichroasters

RAL Classic Salmon orange 2012 paint

RAL Classic Salmon orange 2012 paint

@covanhill_powder_coaters

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A 11-point LRV gap (25 vs 14) makes Salmon orange the marginally brighter of the two.

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At LRV 25 vs 11, Salmon orange is decisively the brighter choice.

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At LRV 44 vs 25, Light green is decisively the brighter choice.

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A 3-point LRV gap (29 vs 25) makes Pastel blue the marginally brighter of the two.

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With LRVs of 25 and 23, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.

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Salmon orange reads slightly lighter (LRV 25 vs 16), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.

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Salmon orange reflects far more light (LRV 25 vs 12), opening up a space where Azure blue encloses it.

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Salmon orange reads slightly lighter (LRV 25 vs 18), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.

Color Codes

HEX#D5654E
RGB213, 101, 78
HSL10° 62% 57%
CMYK0 53 63 16
CIE LabL: 56.1 a: 42.3 b: 33.8
XYZX: 33.47 Y: 24.01 Z: 10.08