Caterpillar Yellow D-6765 is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #AF7C20, LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Honeysuckle Blast from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AF7C20 · D-6765
Caterpillar Yellow
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Caterpillar Yellow Technical Profile
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Caterpillar Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Caterpillar Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyCaterpillar Yellow
Nearly identical
BehrHoneysuckle Blast
Honeysuckle Blast
Behr
Nearly identical
Nankeen
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gothic Gold
PPG
Very similar
Millionaire
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Waxen Moon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Caramel Corn
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
El Dorado
Valspar
Very similar
Golden Slumber
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Grain .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
October Leaf
Kilz
Visible difference
Honey Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caterpillar Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caterpillar Yellow
#AF7C20
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6B54D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caterpillar Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caterpillar Yellow 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 Caterpillar Yellow.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caterpillar Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caterpillar Yellow have?
Caterpillar Yellow 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 Caterpillar Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Caterpillar Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caterpillar Yellow are Honeysuckle Blast by Behr (a near-identical match), Wild Ginger by Behr (a near-identical match), 24 Karat by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Caterpillar Yellow'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 Caterpillar Yellow?
Caterpillar Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.6, 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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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 Caterpillar Yellow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.