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Salmon Mousse 1049

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The Analysis

With an LRV of 71.97, Salmon Mousse acts as a high-light reflective surface, effectively bouncing light around a room to make it feel open and airy. Because of its warm peach-pink undertones, it prevents light from feeling clinical, instead adding a physical sense of warmth to the space.

It functions best as a warm, character-filled alternative to standard white or cream wall colours. While it can act as a backdrop in sunny rooms, it also works effectively as a statement colour in smaller spaces like mudrooms or powder rooms.

LRV 72

History & Origin

This colour leans into a mid-century modern aesthetic, reminiscent of the playful, pastel-infused palettes popular in post-war design. It bridges the gap between classic vintage charm and fresh, contemporary styling.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

This shade pairs exceptionally well with light oak or walnut wood tones and matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast. It is best suited for kitchens or living areas where you want to invite social interaction through a bright, welcoming atmosphere.

The Mood

This shade is fundamentally energizing and optimistic without being visually aggressive. It is a highly liveable 'happy' colour that provides a constant sense of warmth, making it ideal for rooms where you want to feel active rather than sleepy.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Petal Soft

    Valspar · V007-1

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    Behr · 200A-2

  • Pink Powderpuff

    Benjamin Moore · 001

  • Bermuda Pink

    Benjamin Moore · 016

  • Crystal Coral

    Valspar · 2004-4B

  • Coral Mist

    Valspar · 2001-2B

Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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