Butternut Squash 1090 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C49C75, 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.
Ref. #C49C75 · 1090
Butternut Squash
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Butternut Squash Technical Profile
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Butternut Squash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Butternut Squash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreButternut Squash
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsLanyard
Lanyard
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cardboard Box
Kilz
Nearly identical
Warm Nutmeg
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tan Plan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pumpkin Butter
Behr
Nearly identical
Doeskin
PPG
Nearly identical
Blonde Shell
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sahara Sands
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blonde Shell
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Butternut Squash
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Butternut Squash.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Butternut Squash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Butternut Squash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Butternut Squash are Lanyard by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cardboard Box by Kilz (a near-identical match), Caramelized by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Butternut Squash's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.