Ref. #F1BA91 · 2007-6A
Caramel Sugar
56%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Caramel Sugar Technical Profile
What color is Caramel Sugar? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F1BA91. Colors similar to Caramel Sugar include Sherwin-Williams Melón Meloso, Hirshfield's November Leaf, Vista Paint November Leaf. Caramel Sugar has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Caramel Sugar sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Caramel Sugar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Caramel Sugar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caramel Sugar
#F1BA91
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C8C16A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caramel Sugar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caramel Sugar 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 Caramel Sugar.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caramel Sugar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caramel Sugar have?
Caramel Sugar by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Caramel Sugar from other brands?
The closest matches are Melón Meloso by Sherwin-Williams (#F2B88C), November Leaf by Hirshfield's (#F1B690), November Leaf by Vista Paint (#EDB48E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Caramel Sugar?
Caramel Sugar has an LRV of 55.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Caramel Sugar's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.