ColorplanBenjamin Moore Salsa (2009-20) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 20. For trim, try Creamy Peach (2012-60).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 20.0 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #DC4739 |
| RGB | 220, 71, 57 |
| HSL | 5°, 70%, 54% |
About Salsa
Salsa (2009-20) is a deep, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 20, Salsa absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Salsa's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. Next to Warm Comfort (2010-20), it's cooler.
How Salsa changes with the light
Salsa 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
Salsa's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Salsa 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 Salsa can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Salsa will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Salsa in real homes
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Salsa 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 12.4
Also close: Coral Clay (ΔE 13.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.0
Also close: Blazer (ΔE 9.7)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 16.3
Also close: Red Pepper (ΔE 20.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Salsa questions
What undertone does Salsa have?
Salsa has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Salsa's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Salsa a light or dark color?
Salsa has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 20.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 20, Salsa absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Salsa in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 12.4); Farrow & Ball: Charlotte's Locks No.268 (closest available, ΔE 6.0); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 16.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Salsa?
Try Creamy Peach (2012-60) on trim and Pink Swirl (2171-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Salsa's undertone.
Where does Salsa work best?
Salsa works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 20, Salsa absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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