
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 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.

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
@legacypropaintingllc

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
@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
@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
@casagaya

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
@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
@totallyawesomekate

Sherwin Williams Lemon Twist Exterior
@totallyawesomekate
Coordinating Colors
Trim Color
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6910
Daisy

9665
Sunny Side Up
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Daffodil
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Decisive Yellow

6913
Funky Yellow
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Golden Plumeria
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Honey Bees

9020
Rayo de Sol
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Confident Yellow

6903
Cheerful
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