Ref. #B87A59 · DE5215
Caramel Apple
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Caramel Apple Technical Profile
What color is Caramel Apple? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #B87A59. Colors similar to Caramel Apple include Benjamin Moore Suntan Bronze, Valspar Cattle Drive, Benjamin Moore Firenze. Caramel Apple has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Caramel Apple depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Caramel Apple pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Caramel Apple
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Caramel Apple.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caramel Apple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caramel Apple have?
Caramel Apple by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Caramel Apple from other brands?
The closest matches are Suntan Bronze by Benjamin Moore (#B77E5F), Cattle Drive by Valspar (#B77658), Firenze by Benjamin Moore (#B97551). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caramel Apple?
Caramel Apple has an LRV of 24.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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