Yam 6643 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C36F3E, LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caramel Cream from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C36F3E · 6643
Yam
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Yam in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Yam in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsYam
Nearly identical
ValsparCaramel Cream
Caramel Cream
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rhythm Orange
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Burnt Caramel
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fall Foliage
Behr
Nearly identical
Sesame Crunch
PPG
Nearly identical
Hot August
Kilz
Nearly identical
Desert Spice
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Timeworn Terrcotta
Vista Paint
Very similar
Create .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Orange Ballad
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Orange
RAL
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yam
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yam
#C36F3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9B179
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yam
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yam 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 Yam.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yam — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yam have?
Yam by Sherwin-Williams 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 Yam in your own space before committing.
What colors match Yam from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yam are Caramel Cream by Valspar (a near-identical match), Rhythm Orange by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Burnt Caramel by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Yam'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 Yam?
Yam has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.3, 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 Yam's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.