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Sherwin Williams Decisive Yellow SW6902

Decisive Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW6902

About Decisive Yellow by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 64.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #fdcc4e

RGB: 253, 204, 78

Hue43°

Saturation98%

Lightness65%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Decisive 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 Decisive Yellow looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Decisive Yellow SW6902 a warm or cool color?
Decisive 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 Decisive Yellow?
Decisive Yellow sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 43°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Decisive Yellow?
Brightness is about 65%. Saturation is around 98%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 65%. Hue is close to 43°. The hex value is #fdcc4e. The RGB value is 253, 204, 78.
Is Decisive Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Decisive Yellow has brightness around 65%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Decisive Yellow?
You can match Decisive 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 Decisive Yellow work best in a home?
Decisive 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 Decisive Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Decisive 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 Decisive 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 Decisive 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 Decisive Yellow. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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