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Sherwin Williams Fun Yellow SW6908

Fun Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW6908

About Fun Yellow by Sherwin Williams

Fun Yellow SW6908 by Sherwin Williams is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 78% and hue near 49° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 78%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f7e594

RGB: 247, 229, 148

Hue49°

Saturation86%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Fun Yellow SW6908 a warm or cool color?
Fun Yellow by Sherwin Williams is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Fun Yellow?
Fun Yellow sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 49°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Fun Yellow?
Brightness is about 78%. Saturation is around 86%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 49°. The hex value is #f7e594. The RGB value is 247, 229, 148.
Is Fun Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Fun Yellow has brightness around 78%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Fun Yellow?
You can match Fun 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 Fun Yellow work best in a home?
Fun Yellow is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Fun Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Fun Yellow is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light 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 Fun 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 Fun 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 Fun Yellow. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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