Butternut

Butternut (hex #CC9B5C) is a warm golden yellow with a rich amber undertone, darker and more concentrated than typical yellows. Its LRV of 37 puts it squarely in the mid-range, producing a substantial color presence that holds weight on walls without becoming overbearing. The golden-brown base gives it an earthy character distinct from brighter, cleaner yellows.

Sherwin-Williams Wheat Grass and Golden Fleece work as analogous companions to maintain tonal continuity, while Bunglehouse Blue or Rookwood Dark Red introduce contrasting depth. Lighter neutrals like Alabaster or Shoji White offset its density on trim.