Ref. #A87C51 · C-248
Butterscotch Mousse
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Butterscotch Mousse Technical Profile
What color is Butterscotch Mousse? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A87C51. Colors similar to Butterscotch Mousse include Hirshfield's Butterscotch Mousse, Behr Butter Caramel, Benjamin Moore Dark Mustard. Butterscotch Mousse has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Butterscotch Mousse creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Butterscotch Mousse pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Butterscotch Mousse
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Butterscotch Mousse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Butterscotch Mousse
#A87C51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAC80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Butterscotch Mousse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Butterscotch Mousse 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 Butterscotch Mousse.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Butterscotch Mousse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Butterscotch Mousse have?
Butterscotch Mousse by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Butterscotch Mousse from other brands?
The closest matches are Butterscotch Mousse by Hirshfield's (#A97D54), Butter Caramel by Behr (#A67A4D), Dark Mustard by Benjamin Moore (#AC7F52). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Butterscotch Mousse?
Butterscotch Mousse has an LRV of 23.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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