Ref. #875228 · VS-9805
Caramel
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Caramel Technical Profile
What color is Caramel? It's a dark warm orange with the hex code #875228. Caramel has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Caramel creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Caramel
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Caramel from other brands?
The closest matches are Moroccan Spice by Behr (#835323), Caramel Latte by Behr (#7F552D), Satchel by Benjamin Moore (#815032). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caramel?
Caramel has an LRV of 11.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.