Ref. #FFE597 · 946
Hot Spot
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hot Spot Technical Profile
What color is Hot Spot? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #FFE597. Colors similar to Hot Spot include Vista Paint Butter Tart, Vista Paint Sign of the Crown, Behr Polka Dot Skirt. Hot Spot has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Hot Spot 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 Hot Spot 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 Hot Spot
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Butter Tart
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Polka Dot Skirt
Behr
Nearly identical
Like Butter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Twinkle Little Star
PPG
Nearly identical
Lemon Drops
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sun Kissed
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aspire .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Sunny Veranda
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hot Spot
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hot Spot
#FFE597
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hot Spot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hot Spot 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 Hot Spot.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hot Spot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hot Spot have?
Hot Spot by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Hot Spot from other brands?
The closest matches are Butter Tart by Vista Paint (#FFE79A), Sign of the Crown by Vista Paint (#FCE297), Polka Dot Skirt by Behr (#FDE594). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hot Spot?
Hot Spot has an LRV of 79.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hot Spot's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.