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Benjamin Moore Caramel Apple CC-450

Caramel Apple

Benjamin Moore

CC-450

About Caramel Apple by Benjamin Moore

Caramel Apple CC-450 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 22% and hue near 34° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 21.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #997c57

RGB: 153, 124, 87

Hue34°

Saturation28%

Lightness47%

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Caramel Apple looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Caramel Apple CC-450 a warm or cool color?
Caramel Apple by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Caramel Apple?
Caramel Apple sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 34°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Caramel Apple?
Brightness is about 22%. Saturation is around 28%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 47%. Hue is close to 34°. The hex value is #997c57. The RGB value is 153, 124, 87.
Is Caramel Apple better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Caramel Apple has brightness around 22%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Caramel Apple?
You can match Caramel Apple with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Caramel Apple work best in a home?
Caramel Apple works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Caramel Apple compare to a pure white paint?
Caramel Apple is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Caramel Apple in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Caramel Apple in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Caramel Apple. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Caramel Apple. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.