Butter CC-260 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D6C9A7, estimated LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Knit Cardigan from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #D6C9A7 · CC-260
Butter
56%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Butter Technical Profile
HEX Code#D6C9A7
RGB214, 201, 167
Estimated LRV56.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#DDCDA6
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Colors That Work With Butter
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butter
#D6C9A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AF83
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butter 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
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Butter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butter have?
Butter by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Butter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Butter are Knit Cardigan by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Knit Cardigan by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Gabriel's Light by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Butter'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 Butter?
Butter has a estimated lightness value of 56.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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