Caramel Apple DE5215 is a brown paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B87A59, LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Suntan Bronze from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B87A59 · DE5215
Caramel Apple
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Caramel Apple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Caramel Apple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCaramel Apple
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSuntan Bronze
Suntan Bronze
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Desert Varnish
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cattle Drive
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spiced Cider
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Moroccan Sky
Behr
Very similar
Semolina
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brown Clay
PPG
Very similar
Autumn’s Hill
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nutmeg Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Very similar
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caramel Apple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caramel Apple
#B87A59
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2AA80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caramel Apple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caramel Apple 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
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Caramel Apple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caramel Apple have?
Caramel Apple by Dunn-Edwards 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 Caramel Apple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Caramel Apple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caramel Apple are Suntan Bronze by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Desert Varnish by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cattle Drive by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Caramel Apple'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 Caramel Apple?
Caramel Apple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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