Carmelized Orange 1197-7 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EF924A, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yams from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EF924A · 1197-7
Carmelized Orange
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carmelized Orange Technical Profile
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Carmelized Orange in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carmelized Orange in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCarmelized Orange
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsYams
Yams
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pumpkin Custard
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sweet Cantaloupe
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
New Dawn
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Adventure Orange
Behr
Nearly identical
Liger
Kilz
Very similar
Cocktail Hour
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cocktail Hour
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Outgoing Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Create .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carmelized Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carmelized Orange
#EF924A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CCC666
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carmelized Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carmelized Orange 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 Carmelized Orange.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carmelized Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carmelized Orange have?
Carmelized Orange by PPG 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 Carmelized Orange in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carmelized Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carmelized Orange are Yams by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Pumpkin Custard by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sweet Cantaloupe by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Carmelized Orange'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 Carmelized Orange?
Carmelized Orange has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Carmelized Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.