Ref. #8A5543 · 2010-6
Burnt Caramel
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Burnt Caramel Technical Profile
What color is Burnt Caramel? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #8A5543. Colors similar to Burnt Caramel include Dunn-Edwards Red Hook, PPG Warm Wassail, Benjamin Moore Brownberry. Burnt Caramel has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Burnt Caramel 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, Burnt Caramel 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 Burnt Caramel
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burnt Caramel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burnt Caramel
#8A5543
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9A8D66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burnt Caramel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burnt Caramel 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Burnt Caramel.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Burnt Caramel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burnt Caramel have?
Burnt Caramel by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Burnt Caramel from other brands?
The closest matches are Red Hook by Dunn-Edwards (#845544), Warm Wassail by PPG (#864F3E), Brownberry by Benjamin Moore (#915545). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Burnt Caramel?
Burnt Caramel has an LRV of 12.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Burnt Caramel's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.