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Sherwin Williams Colonial Yellow SW0030

Colonial Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW0030

About Colonial Yellow by Sherwin Williams

Colonial Yellow SW0030 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 60% and hue near 35° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 59.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #efc488

RGB: 239, 196, 136

Hue35°

Saturation76%

Lightness74%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Colonial Yellow SW0030 a warm or cool color?
Colonial 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 Colonial Yellow?
Colonial Yellow sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 35°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Colonial Yellow?
Brightness is about 60%. Saturation is around 76%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 74%. Hue is close to 35°. The hex value is #efc488. The RGB value is 239, 196, 136.
Is Colonial Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Colonial Yellow has brightness around 60%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Colonial Yellow?
You can match Colonial 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 Colonial Yellow work best in a home?
Colonial 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 Colonial Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Colonial 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 Colonial Yellow in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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