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Benjamin Moore Lightfoot Salmon CW-220

Lightfoot Salmon

Benjamin Moore

CW-220

About Lightfoot Salmon by Benjamin Moore

Lightfoot Salmon CW-220 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 33% and hue near 17° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 32.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c58e79

RGB: 197, 142, 121

Hue17°

Saturation40%

Lightness62%

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Lightfoot Salmon looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Lightfoot Salmon CW-220 a warm or cool color?
Lightfoot Salmon by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Lightfoot Salmon?
Lightfoot Salmon sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 17°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Lightfoot Salmon?
Brightness is about 33%. Saturation is around 40%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 62%. Hue is close to 17°. The hex value is #c58e79. The RGB value is 197, 142, 121.
Is Lightfoot Salmon better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Lightfoot Salmon has brightness around 33%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Lightfoot Salmon?
You can match Lightfoot Salmon with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Lightfoot Salmon work best in a home?
Lightfoot Salmon works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Lightfoot Salmon compare to a pure white paint?
Lightfoot Salmon is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Lightfoot Salmon in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Lightfoot Salmon in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Lightfoot Salmon. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Lightfoot Salmon. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.