Ref. #785F4C · 9090
Caraïbe
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Caraïbe Technical Profile
What color is Caraïbe? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #785F4C. Colors similar to Caraïbe include Benjamin Moore Coconut Grove, RAL Pale Brown, PPG Chocolate Ripple. Caraïbe has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Caraïbe creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Caraïbe pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Caraïbe
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caraïbe
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caraïbe
#785F4C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#949163
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caraïbe
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caraïbe 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Caraïbe.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caraïbe — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caraïbe have?
Caraïbe by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Caraïbe from other brands?
The closest matches are Coconut Grove by Benjamin Moore (#785F4C), Pale Brown by RAL (#755C48), Chocolate Ripple by PPG (#76604E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caraïbe?
Caraïbe has an LRV of 12.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caraïbe's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.