Caramel VS-9805 is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #875228, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Moroccan Spice from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #875228 · VS-9805
Caramel
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Caramel Technical Profile
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Caramel in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Caramel in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyCaramel
Very similar
BehrMoroccan Spice
Moroccan Spice
Behr
Very similar
Satchel
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Autumn Abundance
Kilz
Very similar
Western Pursuit
Vista Paint
Very similar
Über Umber
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Fresh Baked Pumpernickel
PPG
Visible difference
Red Maple
Valspar
Visible difference
Mover and Shaker
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Beige Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Hope Chest
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caramel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caramel
#875228
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96924C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caramel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Caramel.
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 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caramel have?
Caramel by Dutch Boy 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 Caramel in your own space before committing.
What colors match Caramel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caramel are Moroccan Spice by Behr (a very close match), Caramel Latte by Behr (a very close match), Satchel by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting 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 Caramel?
Caramel has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.3, 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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Related Reading
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 Caramel's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.