Vivid Salmon

Overview

Vivid Salmon, a warm mid-tone pink with a semi-gloss finish, is marked by its HEX value #FF6680. It excels in creating a soft, warm atmosphere in bedrooms, powder rooms, feature walls, and cabinetry. This colour can shift noticeably with changes in daylight, warm lamps, and surrounding materials. It's advisable to sample it next to trims, flooring, cabinetry, and fabrics before applying it extensively. Begin with a restrained palette and consider a secondary accent only if the initial result feels flat.

Where Vivid Salmon works best

Vivid Salmon is best suited for bedrooms, powder rooms, feature walls, and cabinetry details. It can cover more wall area than a deep accent but still benefits from a simple supporting palette. If unsure, start with a single wall, joinery face, robe interior, or vanity, and observe it under different lighting conditions before expanding its use.

Pairing and contrast advice

Dark detailing like black or charcoal offers clear contrast with Vivid Salmon, with a contrast ratio of 7.46:1 against black and 2.81:1 against white. It pairs well with warm whites, chalky neutrals, pale oak, brushed brass, and soft stone tones. Begin with a simple palette and let materials enhance the visual effect.

Finish notes

The semi-gloss finish of Vivid Salmon enhances its vibrancy, as reflected light highlights edges and surface variations. This finish is effective on trim, doors, and feature joinery but requires careful preparation to avoid a busy appearance on large wall areas. A restrained palette helps maintain balance.

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