Butternut 6389 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CC9B5C, estimated LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hammered Gold from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #CC9B5C · 6389
Butternut
37%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Butternut Technical Profile
HEX Code#CC9B5C
RGB204, 155, 92
Estimated LRV37.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Butternut
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butternut
#CC9B5C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5B979
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butternut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butternut 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
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Butternut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butternut have?
Butternut by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Butternut from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Butternut are Hammered Gold by Behr (a close digital match), Bran Muffin by PPG (a close digital match), Aztec Yellow by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Butternut'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?
Butternut has a estimated lightness value of 37.1, 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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