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Sherwin-Williams Optimistic Yellow

SW 6900 · #F5E1A6 · LRV ~76

Closest tone in another brand: HGTV Home Optimistic Yellow (~100% proximity)

Optimistic Yellow (SW 6900) is a light yellow from Sherwin-Williams, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 76 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest tone in another brand is HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams Optimistic Yellow (~100% proximity).

Closest tone to Optimistic Yellow in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

76 · Light

Temperature

Warm

Code

SW 6900

HEX

#F5E1A6

RGB

245, 225, 166

HSL

45°, 80%, 81%

Family

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Optimistic Yellow FAQ

What is the LRV of Optimistic Yellow?

Optimistic Yellow has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 76 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Optimistic Yellow in other brands?

HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Optimistic Yellow (HGSW6900), ~100% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Hawthorne Yellow (HC-4), ~98% proximity; PPG: Butterfly Bush (PPG1214-4), ~98% proximity; Valspar: Dainty Daisy (V018-1), ~98% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Honey Nectar (DET470), ~97% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Dayroom Yellow (No. 233), ~97% proximity; Glidden: Visionary (PPG1210-3), ~96% proximity; Behr: Lily Bulb (P320-3), ~95% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Optimistic Yellow?

The HEX code of Optimistic Yellow (SW 6900) is #F5E1A6, RGB 245, 225, 166. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.