Ref. #CCA57A · HDC-AC-13
Butter Nut
41%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Butter Nut Technical Profile
What color is Butter Nut? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CCA57A. Colors similar to Butter Nut include Benjamin Moore Roxbury Caramel, PPG Outback, Benjamin Moore Acorn Yellow. Butter Nut has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 41 gives Butter Nut depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Butter Nut
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Butter Nut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butter Nut
#CCA57A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butter Nut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butter Nut 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Butter Nut.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Butter Nut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butter Nut have?
Butter Nut by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Butter Nut from other brands?
The closest matches are Roxbury Caramel by Benjamin Moore (#CBA479), Outback by PPG (#C9A375), Acorn Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#CEA980). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Butter Nut?
Butter Nut has an LRV of 41.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Butter Nut's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.