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Benjamin Moore2154-30

Buttercup

Buttercup is a versatile Yellow from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to add character and warmth to any space. Below, you'll find 3 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#D5A14B

LRV

38.76

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Light Reflectance Value
38.76
Medium
TemperatureWarm
Tone
Rich
UseInterior & Exterior
Collection

Buttercup in Real Rooms

Buttercup has a medium-high LRV of 38.76 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a living room.

3 Living Room Photos

In a living room, Buttercup acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.

Benjamin Moore 2154-30 hallway paint review

Hallway walls in Buttercup brighten the transition between rooms.

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Benjamin Moore Buttercup hallway paint

Stairwell in Buttercup creates an uplifting passage through the home.

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Benjamin Moore Buttercup hallway

Corridor painted Buttercup draws natural light throughout the interior.

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Color Codes

HEX#D5A14B
RGB213, 161, 75
HSL37° 62% 56%
CMYK0 24 65 16
CIE LabL: 69.6 a: 10.3 b: 51.1
XYZX: 0.41 Y: 0.40 Z: 0.12