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Frolic

Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Frolic remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 5 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#D9C661

LRV

56.22

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Light Reflectance Value
56.22
Light
TemperatureWarm
SaturationBright
Collection

Frolic's Color Strip

Frolic is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Lively Yellow and Limón Fresco. The strip spans from Moonraker at the lightest end to Offbeat Green at the deepest. Strip 147 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

Frolic in Real Rooms

Frolic has a high LRV of 56.22 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a living room and misc.

3 Living Room Photos

There is a specific "glow" that Frolic takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.

SW Frolic accent wall

An accent wall in Frolic adds vibrant color to a neutral living room.

@jaimedcyr

Sw Frolic Accent Wall Color

Rich Frolic paint on one wall creates dramatic visual interest.

@alexisharlowinteriors

Sherwin Williams Frolic Living Room

Living room walls painted Frolic establish a bold contemporary aesthetic.

@maximuslovesplants

2 Misc Photos

These "miscellaneous" applications of Frolic prove that there is truly no room in the house that wouldn't benefit from its sophisticated, grounded, and endlessly adaptable presence.

Frolic Painted Storage

Storage cabinetry finished in Frolic brings playful energy to spaces.

@jillwhitedesigns

Sw Frolic Accent Wall

A single wall in Frolic transforms the entire room's color palette.

@alexisharlowinteriors

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Color Codes

HEX#D9C661
RGB217, 198, 97
HSL51° 61% 62%
CMYK0 9 55 15
CIE LabL: 79.6 a: -5.9 b: 52.3
XYZX: 50.97 Y: 56.01 Z: 19.43
Strip147 pos. C3