Farrow and Ball's Dead Salmon 28 features a rich taupe hue that delicately combines warm earthy undertones with a subtle pinkish tint, offering a sophisticated and versatile inclusion for any interior space. This unique shade, primarily characterized by its RGB values of 180,157,141, harmonizes beautifully with both classic and contemporary design elements, making it an ideal backdrop for a variety of styles. The soft, adaptable nature of this color allows it to create a calming ambiance while maintaining a touch of elegance and depth.
Color Description
Farrow and Ball's Dead Salmon (No. 28) is a warm and inviting pink-toned beige color. It features a subtle grey undertone and can appear differently depending on the light: sometimes displaying as a strong mushroom hue or a warming buff neutral, and more distinctly pink in bright light.
Undertones
The undertone of Dead Salmon can be described as having a red hue, complemented by subtle grey undertones.
Color Values
- HEX: #B49D8D
- RGB: 180, 157, 141
- CMYK: 0, 12, 20, 31
- Light Reflectance Value (LRV): Approximately 35
Usage
Dead Salmon is versatile and works well in various spaces such as bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, and even bathrooms. It is ideal as a wall color, an accent for trim or furniture, and pairs nicely with both warm colors like golds and browns and cool colors like blues and greens.
Atmosphere
This color creates a cozy and serene atmosphere, making it especially suitable for candlelit dining rooms and other spaces where a warm, inviting ambiance is desired. Its softness and subtlety contribute to a calming and elegant setting.
Farrow and Ball Dead Salmon 28 Color Alternative
Farrow and Ball Dead Salmon 28 inspires designers to explore distinct alternatives that retain its unique charm while offering fresh perspectives. Tikkurila Tamarix K480 and Tikkurila Granulite K484 provide nuanced variations in tone and mood, making them excellent choices for those seeking a modern reinterpretation. Little Greene Rolling Fog - Dark 160 adds an element of sophisticated contrast, ensuring that each alternative maintains the elegant spirit of Farrow and Ball Dead Salmon 28.
Bathroom
For a bathroom, Farrow and Ball's Dead Salmon 28 creates a warm, inviting backdrop. The recommended finish is Modern Emulsion, a water-based formulation engineered for washability and resistance to scuffs, moisture, mold, and stains.
Using Modern Emulsion in this color ensures durability in humid conditions while maintaining a lasting appearance. Its design is specifically tailored to cope with the challenges of high-humidity environments, keeping the finish robust even with frequent cleaning.
Bedroom
For a bedroom color scheme, Farrow and Ball's Dead Salmon 28 creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere with its warm, rich character. It pairs beautifully with crisp white and black accents for a modern touch or with soft, delicate neutrals like Joa's White for a gentler look.
Enhancing its warm hues in sunlit, south or west-facing rooms intensifies its glow, while complementing it with deeper shades such as rich red, soft dark gray, or deep blue adds a grounded, dramatic effect. Used boldly or in balanced doses, this color invites a soothing yet striking ambiance, especially suited for intimate spaces.
Kitchen
When incorporating Farrow & Ball's Dead Salmon 28 into a kitchen color scheme, it serves as a grounding neutral that anchors a variety of design elements. Paired with creamy white trim, the color avoids an overly muted appearance while providing a chic backdrop for dynamic accents such as black details and unexpected pops of brighter hues.
For a traditional yet inviting atmosphere, Dead Salmon harmonizes with earthy tones to create a warm, country-inspired space. Combining it with cabinetry in complementary shades can evoke a charming visual effect, while the addition of deeper tones builds a dramatic, cozy setting that works especially well in rooms with limited natural light.
Living Room
Farrow and Ball's Dead Salmon 28 is a living room color that sets a cozy and inviting tone, especially when combined with warm hues like golds and browns or contrasted against cool blues and greens for a lively touch. For a modern look, pairing it with crisp white or black accents enhances its appeal and helps it adapt beautifully to various lighting conditions.
The color shines when used in a cohesive scheme, whether it’s drenching a room to create warmth and spaciousness or serving as a backdrop for deeper shades like aubergine or deep red. Designers suggest a slightly creamy white trim to maintain clarity, while carefully selected accents contribute a stylish edge to the overall space.
Outdoor
Dead Salmon 28 is a striking home outdoor color designed to enhance exterior surfaces with a super matt finish that protects against environmental challenges. The aesthetically appealing hue is brought to life on brick, render, and concrete surfaces with an Exterior Masonry finish that offers water-resistance, breathability, and long-lasting durability, guarding against algae and fungi for up to 15 years.
For applications on wood and metal, the recommended Exterior Eggshell finish supplies a low sheen, flexible coating that resists flaking, peeling, and fading for up to six years. Both water-based finishes dry quickly and emit low levels of odor and VOCs, making them an excellent choice for various outdoor projects.
