Ref. #FFE99E · 855
Butter Tart
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Butter Tart Technical Profile
What color is Butter Tart? It's a very light warm yellow with the hex code #FFE99E. Colors similar to Butter Tart include Benjamin Moore Mellow Yellow, Benjamin Moore Lemon Drops, PPG Twinkle Little Star. Butter Tart has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Butter Tart reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Butter Tart reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Butter Tart
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mellow Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Twinkle Little Star
PPG
Nearly identical
Lemon Twist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Butter Tart
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Egg Nog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lively Yellow
Behr
Nearly identical
Aspire .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Butter Tart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butter Tart
#FFE99E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butter Tart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butter Tart 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Butter Tart.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Butter Tart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butter Tart have?
Butter Tart by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Butter Tart from other brands?
The closest matches are Mellow Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#FFEAA0), Lemon Drops by Benjamin Moore (#FFE9A0), Twinkle Little Star by PPG (#FCE79A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Butter Tart?
Butter Tart has an LRV of 82.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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