Butternut Squash 1090 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C49C75, estimated LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lanyard from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C49C75 · 1090
Butternut Squash
37%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Butternut Squash Technical Profile
HEX Code#C49C75
RGB196, 156, 117
Estimated LRV36.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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Colors That Work With Butternut Squash
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butternut Squash
#C49C75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B180
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butternut Squash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butternut Squash 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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Butternut Squash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butternut Squash have?
Butternut Squash by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Butternut Squash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Butternut Squash are Lanyard by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cardboard Box by Kilz (a close digital match), Caramelized by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Butternut Squash'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 Butternut Squash?
Butternut Squash has a estimated lightness value of 36.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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