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Sherwin Williams Humorous Green SW6918

Humorous Green

Sherwin Williams

SW6918

About Humorous Green by Sherwin Williams

Humorous Green SW6918 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 47% and hue near 54° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 46.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #c6b836

RGB: 198, 184, 54

Hue54°

Saturation57%

Lightness49%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Humorous Green SW6918 a warm or cool color?
Humorous Green 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 Humorous Green?
Humorous Green sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 54°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Humorous Green?
Brightness is about 47%. Saturation is around 57%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 49%. Hue is close to 54°. The hex value is #c6b836. The RGB value is 198, 184, 54.
Is Humorous Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Humorous Green has brightness around 47%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Humorous Green?
You can match Humorous Green 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 Humorous Green work best in a home?
Humorous Green 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 Humorous Green compare to a pure white paint?
Humorous Green 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 Humorous Green 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 Humorous Green 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 Humorous Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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