Caramelized DET687 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BA947F, LRV 33 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caramel Cream from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BA947F · DET687
Caramelized
33%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Caramelized Technical Profile
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Caramelized in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Caramelized in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCaramelized
Nearly identical
BehrCaramel Cream
Caramel Cream
Behr
Nearly identical
Cool Clay
PPG
Nearly identical
Dusty Bronze
Kilz
Very similar
Southwest Sand
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chadwick Brown
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Davenport
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Coffee Gelato
Valspar
Very similar
Pavilion Tan
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mellow Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caramelized
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caramelized
#BA947F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caramelized
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caramelized 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 Caramelized.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caramelized — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caramelized have?
Caramelized by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Caramelized in your own space before committing.
What colors match Caramelized from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caramelized are Caramel Cream by Behr (a near-identical match), Cool Clay by PPG (a near-identical match), Mojave Dusk by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Caramelized'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 Caramelized?
Caramelized has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.2, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caramelized's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.