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Sherwin Williams Electric Lime SW6921

Electric Lime

Sherwin Williams

SW6921

About Electric Lime by Sherwin Williams

Electric Lime SW6921 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 42% and hue near 73° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 42.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #9aba25

RGB: 154, 186, 37

Hue73°

Saturation67%

Lightness44%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Electric Lime SW6921 a warm or cool color?
Electric Lime 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 Electric Lime?
Electric Lime sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 73°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Electric Lime?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 67%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 44%. Hue is close to 73°. The hex value is #9aba25. The RGB value is 154, 186, 37.
Is Electric Lime better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Electric Lime has brightness around 42%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Electric Lime?
You can match Electric Lime 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 Electric Lime work best in a home?
Electric Lime 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 Electric Lime compare to a pure white paint?
Electric Lime 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 Electric Lime 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 Electric Lime 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 Electric Lime. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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