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Sherwin-Williams Impulse (SW 6916)

Popularyellow

HEX

#EECC28

RGB

238, 204, 40

LRV

60

Code

SW 6916

Overview

Sherwin-Williams Impulse (SW 6916) is a warm yellow paint color with an LRV of 60. Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious. This versatile shade works beautifully in living room and bedroom settings and pairs well with Traditional design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #EECC28 | RGB: 238, 204, 40
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 60 — Light — keeps rooms feeling airy and spacious
  • Undertone: Warm — adds coziness and golden tones
  • Color family: Yellow
  • Best for: living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen
  • Design styles: Traditional, Cottage, Mediterranean

Why Choose This Color

  • Impulse is a popular choice among Sherwin-Williams colors
  • With an LRV of 60, it reflects significant light
  • The warm undertone makes it inviting in north-facing rooms
  • Designers recommend Impulse for Traditional aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Impulse with a sample before committing
  2. 2Observe at different times of day
  3. 3Consider room orientation
  4. 4Pair with darker trim
  5. 5Use Sherwin-Williams's primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

sherwin-williamsyellowwarmlrv-60living-roombedroombathroomkitchentraditionalcottagemediterranean

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sherwin-Williams Impulse (SW 6916) is a warm yellow with LRV 60. Ideal for living room and bedroom.