Caramel Kiss 1083-6 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B08A61, LRV 28 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Sepia from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B08A61 · 1083-6
Caramel Kiss
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Caramel Kiss Technical Profile
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Caramel Kiss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Caramel Kiss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCaramel Kiss
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsDark Sepia
Dark Sepia
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gingersnaps
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tumble Tan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bisqued Neutral
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cuppa Tea
Valspar
Nearly identical
Almond Roca
Behr
Nearly identical
Safari Sun
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Baguette
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Caramelized
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caramel Kiss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caramel Kiss
#B08A61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caramel Kiss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caramel Kiss 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Caramel Kiss.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caramel Kiss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caramel Kiss have?
Caramel Kiss by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Caramel Kiss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Caramel Kiss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caramel Kiss are Dark Sepia by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Gingersnaps by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tumble Tan by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Caramel Kiss'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 Kiss?
Caramel Kiss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.3, 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 Caramel Kiss's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.