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Benjamin Moore BM Butterscotch (2157-30)

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HEX

#D89050

RGB

216, 144, 80

LRV

30

Code

2157-30

Overview

Benjamin Moore BM Butterscotch (2157-30) is a orange paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30. Medium — best for rooms with moderate natural light. This versatile shade works beautifully in living room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Traditional design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #D89050 | RGB: 216, 144, 80
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 30 — Medium — best for rooms with moderate natural light
  • Undertone: Warm yellow — adds warmth to the space
  • Color family: Orange
  • Best for: living room, bedroom, dining room, kitchen
  • Design styles: Traditional, Mid-Century Modern, Bohemian

Why Choose This Color

  • BM Butterscotch is a popular Benjamin Moore color for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 30, it provides a balanced amount of light reflection
  • The warm yellow undertone makes it ideal for spaces with cooler accent lighting
  • Interior designers frequently recommend BM Butterscotch for Traditional and Mid-Century Modern aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test BM Butterscotch with a sample pot or peel-and-stick swatch before committing — colors look different under various lighting
  2. 2Observe the sample at different times of day: morning (cool light), afternoon (warm light), and evening (artificial light)
  3. 3Consider the room's orientation: north-facing rooms make colors appear cooler, south-facing rooms warmer
  4. 4Pair with a darker trim color for contrast
  5. 5For the best coverage, use Benjamin Moore's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

benjamin-mooreorangewarm-yellowlrv-30living-roombedroomdining-roomkitchentraditionalmid-century-modernbohemian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Benjamin Moore BM Butterscotch (2157-30) is a orange paint color with an LRV of 30. It's a popular choice, ideal for living room and bedroom spaces.