Butter
Butter is a versatile and reflective paint color from Cloverdale Paint. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#F4D5AE
LRV
69.88
Butter's Color Strip
Butter is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Almond and Penne. The strip spans from Almond at the lightest end to Celestial at the deepest. Strip Artisan19 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Butter in Real Rooms
Butter has a high LRV of 69.88 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Butter can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
The walls here show Butter in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Butter has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.
A bedroom painted in Butter — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Butter in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Butter encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.
See Butter in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Butter provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.
A foyer painted in Butter sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Butter's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Butter adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.
This kitchen scene shows how Butter holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Butter is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
See how Butter holds up in a real living room setting.
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