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Caramel Cloud
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Caramel Cloud Technical Profile
What color is Caramel Cloud? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D4AF85. Colors similar to Caramel Cloud include Benjamin Moore Creamy Custard, Behr Spiced Cashews, Vista Paint Caramel Cloud. Caramel Cloud has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Caramel Cloud depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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 Cloud
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Creamy Custard
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spiced Cashews
Behr
Nearly identical
Caramel Cloud
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cracker Bitz
PPG
Nearly identical
Restrained Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Castell Harlech
Valspar
Very similar
Warm Butterscotch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Antiquarian Brass
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caramel Cloud
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caramel Cloud
#D4AF85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caramel Cloud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caramel Cloud 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Caramel Cloud.
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 Cloud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caramel Cloud have?
Caramel Cloud by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Caramel Cloud from other brands?
The closest matches are Creamy Custard by Benjamin Moore (#D6AF84), Spiced Cashews by Behr (#D2AD80), Caramel Cloud by Vista Paint (#D2AF83). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caramel Cloud?
Caramel Cloud has an LRV of 46.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caramel Cloud's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.