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Deep Salmon

#FF4D66

Quality 0.94

Deep Salmon is a warm mid-tone pink with a gloss finish, marked by HEX #FF4D66. It's particularly effective in bedrooms, powder rooms, feature walls, and cabinetry, providing a gentle warmth without being overpowering. This colour can vary significantly under different lighting and when combined with other materials, so it's crucial to test it next to trims, flooring, cabinetry, and fabrics before deciding on a full application. Begin with a restrained palette and introduce a single bold accent only if the initial appearance seems lacking.

Overview

Deep Salmon is a warm mid-tone pink with a gloss finish, marked by HEX #FF4D66. It's particularly effective in bedrooms, powder rooms, feature walls, and cabinetry, providing a gentle warmth without being overpowering. This colour can vary significantly under different lighting and when combined with other materials, so it's crucial to test it next to trims, flooring, cabinetry, and fabrics before deciding on a full application. Begin with a restrained palette and introduce a single bold accent only if the initial appearance seems lacking.

RGB

255, 77, 102

HSL

352°, 100%, 65%

Contrast vs white

3.23:1

Contrast vs black

6.51:1

Quick guidance

This is a mid-tone. It can work on larger surfaces when paired with either light or dark neutrals.

Where Deep Salmon works best

Deep Salmon is ideal for bedrooms, powder rooms, feature walls, and cabinetry details. It can cover more area than a deep accent but benefits from a straightforward supporting palette. If uncertain, start with a single wall, joinery face, robe interior, or vanity, and observe it in varying lighting conditions throughout the day before expanding its use.

Pairing and contrast advice

Black, charcoal, or other dark details typically stand out against Deep Salmon, with contrast ratios of 6.51:1 against black and 3.23:1 against white. It pairs well with warm whites, chalky neutrals, pale oak, brushed brass, and soft stone tones. Without linked style profiles, keep the initial palette simple and let materials enhance the visual impact.

Finish notes

The gloss finish of Deep Salmon intensifies its appearance as reflected light highlights every edge and surface detail. This makes it suitable for trims, doors, and feature joinery, but also means that preparation quality is crucial. Large wall areas can appear busy unless complemented by a restrained palette.

Frequently asked questions

What rooms does Deep Salmon usually suit best?

Deep Salmon is most effective in bedrooms, powder rooms, feature walls, and cabinetry details. Its suitability depends on natural light, room size, and surrounding materials, so it's important to test it in the actual space rather than relying solely on a digital swatch.

What colours and materials pair well with Deep Salmon?

Deep Salmon pairs well with warm whites, chalky neutrals, pale oak, brushed brass, and soft stone tones. Begin with adjacent neutrals and add a single bold accent only if the sample feels balanced within the room.

Should Deep Salmon be used with dark or light trim and text?

Dark detailing like black or charcoal generally stands out more on Deep Salmon than white. Despite contrast calculations, it's important to test it next to your trim colour and hardware, as sheen, texture, and lighting can affect the final appearance.

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