Ref. #F1CA00 · C-842
Buttered Popcorn
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Buttered Popcorn Technical Profile
What color is Buttered Popcorn? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #F1CA00. Colors similar to Buttered Popcorn include Hirshfield's Buttered Popcorn, Hirshfield's Yolk, Benjamin Moore Yolk. Buttered Popcorn has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Buttered Popcorn sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Buttered Popcorn 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 Buttered Popcorn
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buttered Popcorn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buttered Popcorn
#F1CA00
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7D351
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buttered Popcorn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buttered Popcorn 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Buttered Popcorn.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Buttered Popcorn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buttered Popcorn have?
Buttered Popcorn by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Buttered Popcorn from other brands?
The closest matches are Buttered Popcorn by Hirshfield's (#F1C800), Yolk by Hirshfield's (#EFC700), Yolk by Benjamin Moore (#EDCA01). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Buttered Popcorn?
Buttered Popcorn has an LRV of 60.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Buttered Popcorn's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.