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Sherwin Williams Lively Yellow SW6702

Lively Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW6702

About Lively Yellow by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 67.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #e6d88e

RGB: 230, 216, 142

Hue51°

Saturation64%

Lightness73%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Lively Yellow SW6702 a warm or cool color?
Lively 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 Lively Yellow?
Lively Yellow sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 51°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Lively Yellow?
Brightness is about 68%. Saturation is around 64%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 73%. Hue is close to 51°. The hex value is #e6d88e. The RGB value is 230, 216, 142.
Is Lively Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Lively Yellow has brightness around 68%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Lively Yellow?
You can match Lively 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 Lively Yellow work best in a home?
Lively 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 Lively Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Lively 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 Lively 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 Lively 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 Lively Yellow. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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