Ref. #C6B836 · 6918
Humorous Green
47%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Humorous Green Technical Profile
What color is Humorous Green? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #C6B836. Colors similar to Humorous Green include Behr Leapfrog, Dunn-Edwards Pesto, Benjamin Moore Bright Gold. Humorous Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Humorous Green depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Humorous Green reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Humorous Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Humorous Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Humorous Green
#C6B836
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EBB74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Humorous Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Humorous Green 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 Humorous Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Humorous Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Humorous Green have?
Humorous Green by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Humorous Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Leapfrog by Behr (#C3B430), Pesto by Dunn-Edwards (#C1B23E), Bright Gold by Benjamin Moore (#CEBD48). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Humorous Green?
Humorous Green has an LRV of 46.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Humorous Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.