Buttercup Squash 2007-1A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F89839, LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bittersweet Orange from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F89839 · 2007-1A
Buttercup Squash
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Buttercup Squash Technical Profile
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Buttercup Squash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Buttercup Squash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparButtercup Squash
Nearly identical
KilzBittersweet Orange
Bittersweet Orange
Kilz
Nearly identical
Orange Jewel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Monarch Wing
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Carrot Stick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sun Filled Day
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Au Gratin
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Create .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Jack O Lantern
PPG
Very similar
Osage Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hawaiian Passion
Behr
Very similar
Luminous Bright Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buttercup Squash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buttercup Squash
#F89839
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D2D260
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buttercup Squash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buttercup Squash 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Buttercup Squash.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Buttercup Squash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buttercup Squash have?
Buttercup Squash by Valspar 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 Buttercup Squash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Buttercup Squash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Buttercup Squash are Bittersweet Orange by Kilz (a near-identical match), Orange Jewel by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Monarch Wing by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Buttercup Squash'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 Buttercup Squash?
Buttercup Squash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.7, 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 Buttercup Squash's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.