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Sherwin Williams Classical Yellow SW2865

Classical Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW2865

About Classical Yellow by Sherwin Williams

Classical Yellow SW2865 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 69% and hue near 39° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 69.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f8d492

RGB: 248, 212, 146

Hue39°

Saturation88%

Lightness77%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Classical Yellow from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Classical Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW2865

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Classical Yellow looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Classical Yellow SW2865 a warm or cool color?
Classical Yellow by Sherwin Williams is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Classical Yellow?
Classical Yellow sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 39°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Classical Yellow?
Brightness is about 69%. Saturation is around 88%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 77%. Hue is close to 39°. The hex value is #f8d492. The RGB value is 248, 212, 146.
Is Classical Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Classical Yellow has brightness around 69%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Classical Yellow?
You can match Classical Yellow with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Classical Yellow work best in a home?
Classical Yellow works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Classical Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Classical Yellow is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Classical Yellow in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Classical Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW2865

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Classical Yellow in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Classical Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW2865

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Classical Yellow. They add contrast without clashing.

Classical Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW2865

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Classical Yellow. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

MAYBE MAUI

Glidden

PPG1210-4

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Asbury Sand

Benjamin Moore

2156-50

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Country Comfort

Benjamin Moore

305

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Danse du Soleil

Benjamin Moore

CC-212

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