# Sherwin Williams Classical Yellow

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/classical-yellow-sw-2865](https://plan-home.com/color/classical-yellow-sw-2865)

Sherwin Williams SW 2865 Classical Yellow exudes warmth and sophistication in any space. This rich hue pairs beautifully with tranquil blues like SW 6204 Sea Salt and earthy greens such as SW 7744 Zeus. When combined with creamy whites like SW 7008 Alabaster, Classical Yellow creates a timeless and inviting atmosphere. Incorporate accents in SW 7020 Black Fox for a modern touch that complements the elegance of Classical Yellow beautifully.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Sherwin Williams
- **Color name:** Classical Yellow
- **Color code:** SW 2865
- **HEX:** #f8d492
- **RGB:** 248, 212, 146
- **LRV:** 68.94%
- **Brightness:** Light
- **Color families:** Yellow
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red
- **Collections:** Precious Baby, Colonial Revival (1870s-1900s), Historic Exterior Color Wall

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 39° Saturation: 41.13% Value: 97.25%
- **HSL:** hsl(39, 88, 77)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 14.52 Yellow: 41.13 Key: 2.75
- **YIQ:** Y: 215.24 I: 42.661 Q: -12.924
- **XYZ:** X: 67.445 Y: 69.122 Z: 36.976
- **CIE Lab:** L:86.564 a:3.883 b:37.301
- **CIE Luv:** L:86.564 u:27.192 v:49.057
- **Decimal:** 16307346
- **Hunter Lab:** 83.14, -0.691, 31.829

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Sherwin Williams Jonquil](https://plan-home.com/color/jonquil-sw-6674)
- [Benjamin Moore Country Comfort](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-country-comfort-305)
- [Sherwin Williams Naples Yellow](https://plan-home.com/color/naples-yellow-sw-9021)
- [Benjamin Moore Honeywheat](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-honeywheat-179)
- [Sherwin Williams Sun Salutation](https://plan-home.com/color/sun-salutation-sw-9664)
- [Behr Marsh Marigold](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-marsh-marigold)
- [Benjamin Moore Moir Gold](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-moir-gold-cw-280)
- [Sherwin Williams Pollen Powder](https://plan-home.com/color/pollen-powder-sw-9014)
- [Sherwin Williams Solaria](https://plan-home.com/color/solaria-sw-6688)
- [Benjamin Moore Sweet Butter](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sweet-butter-171)
- [Benjamin Moore Suntan Yellow](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-suntan-yellow-2155-50)
- [Sherwin Williams Afterglow](https://plan-home.com/color/afterglow-sw-6667)
- [Behr Banana Mania](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-banana-mania)
- [Behr Egg Cream](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-egg-cream)
- [Benjamin Moore Orange Froth](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-orange-froth-151)
- [Benjamin Moore Yellow Topaz](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-yellow-topaz-csp-945)
- [Benjamin Moore Crowne Hill Yellow](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-crowne-hill-yellow-312)
- [Sherwin Williams Midday](https://plan-home.com/color/midday-sw-6695)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams Orange Blast](https://plan-home.com/color/orange-blast-sw-6646)
- [Sherwin Williams Honey Blush](https://plan-home.com/color/honey-blush-sw-6660)
- [Sherwin Williams Hinoki](https://plan-home.com/color/hinoki-sw-7686)
- [Sherwin Williams Butter Up](https://plan-home.com/color/butter-up-sw-6681)
- [Sherwin Williams Pizazz Peach](https://plan-home.com/color/pizazz-peach-sw-6888)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Sherwin Williams June Day](https://plan-home.com/color/june-day-sw-6682)
- [Sherwin Williams Goldenrod](https://plan-home.com/color/goldenrod-sw-6677)
- [Sherwin Williams Bee](https://plan-home.com/color/bee-sw-6683)
- [Sherwin Williams Rayo de Sol](https://plan-home.com/color/rayo-de-sol-sw-9020)
- [Sherwin Williams Butterfield](https://plan-home.com/color/butterfield-sw-6676)

## Complementary colors
- [Sherwin Williams Regale Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/regale-blue-sw-6801)
- [Sherwin Williams Blue Beyond](https://plan-home.com/color/blue-beyond-sw-6961)
- [Sherwin Williams Liberty Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/liberty-blue-sw-2942)
- [Sherwin Williams Frank Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/frank-blue-sw-6967)
- [Sherwin Williams Honorable Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/honorable-blue-sw-6811)
- [Sherwin Williams Dignity Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/dignity-blue-sw-6804)
- [Sherwin Williams Blue Chip](https://plan-home.com/color/blue-chip-sw-6959)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.