Butterscotch Sundae 2008-3C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E9A871, LRV 47 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mighty Spicy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E9A871 · 2008-3C
Butterscotch Sundae
47%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Butterscotch Sundae Technical Profile
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Butterscotch Sundae in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Butterscotch Sundae in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparButterscotch Sundae
Nearly identical
PPGMighty Spicy
Mighty Spicy
PPG
Nearly identical
Squash Bisque
Behr
Nearly identical
Orange Appeal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Taste of Summer
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Taste of Summer
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tasty Tan
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sun Bleached Ochre
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Yucatan
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Desert Vista
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Butterscotch Sundae
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butterscotch Sundae
#E9A871
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C6C26C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butterscotch Sundae
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butterscotch Sundae 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 Sundae.
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 Sundae — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butterscotch Sundae have?
Butterscotch Sundae 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 Butterscotch Sundae in your own space before committing.
What colors match Butterscotch Sundae from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Butterscotch Sundae are Mighty Spicy by PPG (a near-identical match), Squash Bisque by Behr (a near-identical match), Apricot Jam by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Butterscotch Sundae'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 Sundae?
Butterscotch Sundae has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.5, 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 Butterscotch Sundae's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.