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Sherwin Williams Vital Yellow SW6392

Vital Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW6392

About Vital Yellow by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 75.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ede0c5

RGB: 237, 224, 197

Hue41°

Saturation53%

Lightness85%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Vital Yellow SW6392 a warm or cool color?
Vital 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 Vital Yellow?
Vital Yellow sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 41°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Vital Yellow?
Brightness is about 75%. Saturation is around 53%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 85%. Hue is close to 41°. The hex value is #ede0c5. The RGB value is 237, 224, 197.
Is Vital Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Vital Yellow has brightness around 75%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Vital Yellow?
You can match Vital 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 Vital Yellow work best in a home?
Vital 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 Vital Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Vital 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 Vital 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 Vital 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 Vital Yellow. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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