Ref. #F9F4DF · K-551
Buttered Up
90%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Buttered Up Technical Profile
What color is Buttered Up? It's a very light warm yellow with the hex code #F9F4DF. Colors similar to Buttered Up include Valspar Line Dried, Dunn-Edwards Tapering Light, Behr Lemon Pearl. Buttered Up has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 90, Buttered Up reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Up 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 Up
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buttered Up
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buttered Up
#F9F4DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9C36F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buttered Up
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buttered Up 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 Up.
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 Up — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buttered Up have?
Buttered Up by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Buttered Up from other brands?
The closest matches are Line Dried by Valspar (#F9F4DE), Tapering Light by Dunn-Edwards (#F7F2DD), Lemon Pearl by Behr (#FBF6E0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Buttered Up?
Buttered Up has an LRV of 90.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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