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Sherwin Williams Venetian Yellow SW1666

Venetian Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW1666

About Venetian Yellow by Sherwin Williams

Venetian Yellow SW1666 by Sherwin Williams is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 77% and hue near 47° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 77.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f6e3a1

RGB: 246, 227, 161

Hue47°

Saturation83%

Lightness80%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Venetian Yellow SW1666 a warm or cool color?
Venetian 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 Venetian Yellow?
Venetian Yellow sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 47°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Venetian Yellow?
Brightness is about 77%. Saturation is around 83%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 47°. The hex value is #f6e3a1. The RGB value is 246, 227, 161.
Is Venetian Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Venetian Yellow has brightness around 77%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Venetian Yellow?
You can match Venetian 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 Venetian Yellow work best in a home?
Venetian 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 Venetian Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Venetian 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 Venetian 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 Venetian 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 Venetian Yellow. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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