Forsythia 6907 is a yellow paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #FFC801, estimated LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yellow Flash from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #FFC801 · 6907
Forsythia
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Forsythia Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFC801
RGB255, 200, 1
Estimated LRV62.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Yellow Flash
Behr
#FFC800
Close digital match
Lemon Yellow
Dutch Boy
#FFC700
Close digital match
Lemon
Benjamin Moore
#FFC501
Close digital match
Confident Yellow
Dunn-Edwards
#FFCC13
Close digital match
Golden Ray
Vista Paint
#FFCC00
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Golden Delight
Valspar
#FECA2A
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Rise-n-shine
PPG
#FFC632
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Bright Bubble
Hirshfield's
#FFC42A
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Extrovert
Kilz
#FECA43
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RAL
#FAD201
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#FFBA38
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#ECC363
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Colors That Work With Forsythia
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forsythia
#FFC801
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4D65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forsythia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forsythia Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Forsythia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forsythia have?
Forsythia by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Forsythia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forsythia are Yellow Flash by Behr (a close digital match), Unmellow Yellow by Behr (a close digital match), Lemon Yellow by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Forsythia's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Forsythia?
Forsythia has a estimated lightness value of 62.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Forsythia's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.