High Strung 6705 is a yellow paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #AC9825, LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chalky Quince from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AC9825 · 6705
High Strung
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
High Strung Technical Profile
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High Strung in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to High Strung in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsHigh Strung
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyChalky Quince
Chalky Quince
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Apple Jade
Valspar
Nearly identical
Venetian Gold
Behr
Very similar
Pollination
PPG
Very similar
Rain Boots
Vista Paint
Very similar
Martian
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rain Boots
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Curry
RAL
Very similar
Savannah Moss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Green Of Spring
Kilz
Very similar
Beeswax .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With High Strung
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
High Strung
#AC9825
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90B252
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for High Strung
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
High Strung 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to High Strung.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
High Strung — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does High Strung have?
High Strung by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample High Strung in your own space before committing.
What colors match High Strung from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to High Strung are Chalky Quince by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Apple Jade by Valspar (a near-identical match), Venetian Gold by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting High Strung'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 High Strung?
High Strung has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why High Strung's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.