Butterscotch Cream 2008-2A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #FFD78C, LRV 72 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Warbler Yellow from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFD78C · 2008-2A
Butterscotch Cream
72%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Butterscotch Cream Technical Profile
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Butterscotch Cream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Butterscotch Cream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparButterscotch Cream
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWarbler Yellow
Warbler Yellow
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dreamsicle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yellow Duckling
Kilz
Nearly identical
Evening Glow
PPG
Nearly identical
Marsh Marigold
Behr
Nearly identical
Big Bus Yellow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pollen Powder
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Country Comfort
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Precious Nectar
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Aspire .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Butterscotch Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butterscotch Cream
#FFD78C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butterscotch Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butterscotch Cream 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 Butterscotch Cream.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Butterscotch Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butterscotch Cream have?
Butterscotch Cream by Valspar has a neutral 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 Butterscotch Cream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Butterscotch Cream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Butterscotch Cream are Warbler Yellow by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Dreamsicle by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Big Bus Yellow by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Butterscotch Cream'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 Cream?
Butterscotch Cream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 71.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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