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Sherwin Williams Lime Rickey SW6717

Lime Rickey

Sherwin Williams

SW6717

About Lime Rickey by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 44.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #afb96a

RGB: 175, 185, 106

Hue68°

Saturation36%

Lightness57%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Lime Rickey SW6717 a warm or cool color?
Lime Rickey 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 Lime Rickey?
Lime Rickey sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 68°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Lime Rickey?
Brightness is about 45%. Saturation is around 36%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 57%. Hue is close to 68°. The hex value is #afb96a. The RGB value is 175, 185, 106.
Is Lime Rickey better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Lime Rickey has brightness around 45%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Lime Rickey?
You can match Lime Rickey 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 Lime Rickey work best in a home?
Lime Rickey 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 Lime Rickey compare to a pure white paint?
Lime Rickey 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 Lime Rickey 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 Lime Rickey 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 Lime Rickey. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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