Ref. #BD6C33 · 2166-20
Caramel Latte
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Caramel Latte Technical Profile
What color is Caramel Latte? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #BD6C33. Colors similar to Caramel Latte include PPG Lucky Penny, Dunn-Edwards Carrot Cake, Colorhouse Create .03. Caramel Latte has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Caramel Latte creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Caramel Latte
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caramel Latte
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caramel Latte
#BD6C33
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7B16C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caramel Latte
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caramel Latte Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Caramel Latte.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caramel Latte — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caramel Latte have?
Caramel Latte by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Caramel Latte from other brands?
The closest matches are Lucky Penny by PPG (#BC6F37), Carrot Cake by Dunn-Edwards (#BF6F31), Create .03 by Colorhouse (#C27136). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caramel Latte?
Caramel Latte has an LRV of 21.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caramel Latte's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.