Butterscotch Sundae 1147 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BF885A, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pronghorn from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BF885A · 1147
Butterscotch Sundae
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Butterscotch Sundae Technical Profile
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Butterscotch Sundae in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Butterscotch Sundae 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 Sundae
Nearly identical
ValsparPronghorn
Pronghorn
Valspar
Nearly identical
Glazed Ginger
Behr
Nearly identical
Broomstick
PPG
Nearly identical
Peace of Mind
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Eastlake Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peace of Mind
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sweetened Tea
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fall Foliage
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Golden Sunrise
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Butterscotch Sundae
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butterscotch Sundae
#BF885A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4B27E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butterscotch Sundae
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butterscotch Sundae 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 Sundae.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Butterscotch Sundae — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butterscotch Sundae have?
Butterscotch Sundae by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Butterscotch Sundae in your own space before committing.
What colors match Butterscotch Sundae from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Butterscotch Sundae are Pronghorn by Valspar (a near-identical match), Glazed Ginger by Behr (a near-identical match), Broomstick by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Butterscotch Sundae'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 Sundae?
Butterscotch Sundae has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.4, 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 Butterscotch Sundae's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.