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Papaya

Papaya is a versatile and reflective Orange from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. Below, you'll find 2 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#EFB97B

LRV

54.66

Light Reflectance Value
54.66
medium
Temperaturewarm
SaturationBright

Papaya's Color Strip

Papaya is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Bellini Fizz and Summer Day. The strip spans from Captivating Cream at the lightest end to Marigold at the deepest. Strip 123 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.

Papaya in Real Rooms

Papaya has a medium-high LRV of 54.66 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's warm-toned and , picking up richness from natural light and sitting comfortably alongside wood tones and warm neutrals. Grouped in the Orange family, the photos below show it applied in a misc.

Color Strip 123

2 Misc Photos

Observe the use of Papaya on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.

Papaya Kids' Room

Papaya Kids' Room

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Sw 6661 Children'S Room

Sw 6661 Children'S Room

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Coordinating Colors

Trim Color

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#EFB97B
RGB239, 185, 123
HSL32° 78% 71%
CMYK0 23 49 6
CIE LabL: 78.7 a: 12.1 b: 38.8
XYZX: 56.52 Y: 54.48 Z: 26.27
Strip123 pos. C4