ColorplanBenjamin Moore Salmon Berry (2089-50) is a mid-tone pink with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 59. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Nancy's Blushes (No.278). For trim, try Pink Bliss (2093-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Pink |
| LRV | 59.4 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EEC0BA |
| RGB | 238, 192, 186 |
| HSL | 7°, 60%, 83% |
About Salmon Berry
Salmon Berry (2089-50) is a mid-tone, muted pink from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 59, Salmon Berry has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Salmon Berry's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. It's very close to Strawberry Freeze (2090-60); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Salmon Berry changes with the light
Salmon Berry has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Salmon Berry's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Salmon Berry will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Salmon Berry can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Salmon Berry will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Salmon Berry in real homes
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Salmon Berry equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 5.5
Also close: Pink Shadow (ΔE 6.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 4.2
Also close: Calamine (ΔE 9.3)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 10.5
Also close: Dusty Lilac (ΔE 12.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Salmon Berry questions
What undertone does Salmon Berry have?
Salmon Berry has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Salmon Berry's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Salmon Berry a light or dark color?
Salmon Berry has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 59.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 59, Salmon Berry has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Salmon Berry in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Rosy Outlook SW 6316 (closest available, ΔE 5.5); Farrow & Ball: Nancy's Blushes No.278 (close, ΔE 4.2); Behr: Stolen Kiss MQ3-34 (closest available, ΔE 10.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Salmon Berry?
Try Pink Bliss (2093-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Salmon Berry's undertone.
Where does Salmon Berry work best?
Salmon Berry works well in bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 59, Salmon Berry has visible color without darkening a room much.
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