Classic Caramel 1118 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B89264, LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Honey Haven from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B89264 · 1118
Classic Caramel
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Classic Caramel Technical Profile
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Classic Caramel in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Caramel in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreClassic Caramel
Nearly identical
PPGHoney Haven
Honey Haven
PPG
Nearly identical
Maple View
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bisqued Neutral
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Baguette
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Windswept Leaves
Behr
Nearly identical
Lariat Tan
Valspar
Nearly identical
Apple Crisp
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Apple Crisp
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cardboard Box
Kilz
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Caramel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Caramel
#B89264
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Caramel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Caramel 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 Classic Caramel.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Classic Caramel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Caramel have?
Classic Caramel by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Classic Caramel in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic Caramel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Caramel are Honey Haven by PPG (a near-identical match), Maple View by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bisqued Neutral by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Classic Caramel's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Classic Caramel?
Classic Caramel has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Classic Caramel's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.