Butterscotch 2157-30 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D99151, LRV 36 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brushed Clay from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D99151 · 2157-30
Butterscotch
36%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Butterscotch Technical Profile
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Butterscotch in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Butterscotch in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreButterscotch
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBrushed Clay
Brushed Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hazelnut Coffee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stunning Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Serape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Polo Pony
PPG
Very similar
Gates of Gold
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Japonica
Vista Paint
Very similar
Horizon Sun
Kilz
Very similar
Golden Meadow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Butterscotch
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butterscotch
#D99151
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0BE72
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butterscotch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butterscotch 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 Butterscotch.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Butterscotch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butterscotch have?
Butterscotch 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 Butterscotch in your own space before committing.
What colors match Butterscotch from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Butterscotch are Brushed Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Hazelnut Coffee by Valspar (a near-identical match), Stunning Gold by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Butterscotch'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 Butterscotch?
Butterscotch has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.6, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Butterscotch's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.