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
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 neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Yellow family, the photos below show it applied in a misc, bedroom, home office, front door, living room and house.
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.
Walls in Lemon Twist brighten the space with subtle cheerful warmth.
@legacypropaintingllc
Walls in Lemon Twist provide gentle brightness without overwhelming the space.
@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.
Bedroom accent wall in Lemon Twist adds gentle sunshine to the room.
@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.
Home office walls in Lemon Twist inspire creativity with soft luminous tone.
@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.
Front door painted in Lemon Twist welcomes guests with understated charm.
@casagaya
The front door's Lemon Twist finish makes a bold, welcoming statement.
@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.
Living room walls in Lemon Twist create an inviting, uplifting ambiance.
@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.
House exterior painted in Lemon Twist radiates warm, inviting curb appeal.
@totallyawesomekate
Home exterior in Lemon Twist glows with soft, cheerful sophistication.
@totallyawesomekate
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 84 vs 72, Pure White is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 86 vs 72, Extra White is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 72 vs 39, Lemon Twist is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
At LRV 84 vs 72, Pure White is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
A 4-point LRV gap (72 vs 68) makes Lemon Twist the marginally brighter of the two.
Lemon Twist reads slightly lighter (LRV 72 vs 65), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 72 and 71, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Lemon Twist reads slightly lighter (LRV 72 vs 65), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 6-point LRV gap (72 vs 65) makes Lemon Twist the marginally brighter of the two.
Lemon Twist reads slightly lighter (LRV 72 vs 67), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 72 and 70, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
At LRV 72 vs 60, Lemon Twist is decisively the brighter choice.
Lemon Twist reads slightly lighter (LRV 72 vs 64), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 9-point LRV gap (72 vs 63) makes Lemon Twist the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
Lemon Twist reflects far more light (LRV 72 vs 8), opening up a space where Frank Blue encloses it.
Lemon Twist reflects far more light (LRV 72 vs 6), opening up a space where Honorable Blue encloses it.
At LRV NaN vs NaN, Lemon Twist is decisively the brighter choice.
Lighter Colors
Lemon Twist reads slightly lighter (LRV 72 vs 62), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 72 and 71, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 7-point LRV gap (72 vs 65) makes Lemon Twist the marginally brighter of the two.
A 4-point LRV gap (72 vs 68) makes Lemon Twist the marginally brighter of the two.
Lemon Twist reads slightly lighter (LRV 72 vs 67), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Darker Colors
A 4-point LRV gap (72 vs 68) makes Lemon Twist the marginally brighter of the two.
A 11-point LRV gap (72 vs 61) makes Lemon Twist the marginally brighter of the two.
Lemon Twist reads slightly lighter (LRV 72 vs 63), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Lemon Twist reads slightly lighter (LRV 72 vs 64), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 9-point LRV gap (72 vs 63) makes Lemon Twist the marginally brighter of the two.