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Lemon Twist

We've categorized Lemon Twist as a bright and airy Yellow because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop so effectively. Explore our collection of 9 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#FED95D

LRV

71.52

Light Reflectance Value
71.52
light
Temperaturewarm
SaturationBright

Lemon Twist's Color Strip

Lemon Twist is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Forsythia and Daisy. The strip spans from Gusto Gold at the lightest end to Confident Yellow at the deepest. Strip 131 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

Lemon Twist in Real Rooms

Lemon Twist has a high LRV of 71.52 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's warm-toned and , picking up richness from natural light and sitting comfortably alongside wood tones and warm neutrals. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a misc, bedroom, home office, front door, living room and house.

Color Strip 131

2 Misc Photos

In laundry rooms, Lemon Twist adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist wall paint review

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist wall paint review

@legacypropaintingllc

Sw Lemon Twist Paint

Sw Lemon Twist Paint

@totallyawesomekate

1 Bedroom Photo

Lemon Twist has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist bedroom accent wall

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist bedroom accent wall

@legacypropaintingllc

1 Home Office Photo

For those who spend their day on camera, Lemon Twist is a highly flattering background color. It doesn't wash out skin tones or create weird reflections, providing a professional and "expensive" look for virtual meetings and presentations.

Sw 6909 Office

Sw 6909 Office

@glspainters

2 Front Door Photos

Using Lemon Twist for the front door allows the hardware to be the "jewelry" of the house. Whether you choose a modern long-bar handle or a traditional knocker, the color provides the perfect stage for the metalwork to shine.

Lemon Twist Door

Lemon Twist Door

@casagaya

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist Door

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist Door

@specifydesignlosangeles

1 Living Room Photo

There is a specific "glow" that Lemon Twist 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.

Lemon Twist Living Room

Lemon Twist Living Room

@mgspainting

2 House Photos

Using Lemon Twist on an exterior allows you to be more creative with your landscaping. The color provides a dark, rich backdrop that makes the greens of boxwoods or the colors of perennials look much more vivid and professional.

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist exterior paint review

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist exterior paint review

@totallyawesomekate

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist Exterior

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist Exterior

@totallyawesomekate

Coordinating Colors

Trim Color

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#FED95D
RGB254, 217, 93
HSL46° 99% 68%
CMYK0 15 63 0
CIE LabL: 87.7 a: -0.6 b: 64.0
XYZX: 67.67 Y: 71.49 Z: 20.59
Strip131 pos. C5