Lively Yellow 6702 is a yellow paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #E6D88E, LRV 68 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mosstint from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E6D88E · 6702
Lively Yellow
68%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lively Yellow Technical Profile
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Lively Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lively Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsLively Yellow
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyMosstint
Mosstint
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Light Ivory
RAL
Nearly identical
Fire Dance
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Master Gardener
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fire Dance
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mulholland Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Buttery Willow
PPG
Nearly identical
Artichoke Heart
Kilz
Very similar
Honey Beige
Behr
Very similar
Hay Day
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Aspire .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lively Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lively Yellow
#E6D88E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5C072
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lively Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lively Yellow 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 Lively Yellow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lively Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lively Yellow have?
Lively Yellow by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) 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 Lively Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lively Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lively Yellow are Mosstint by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Willowed Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Light Ivory by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lively Yellow'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 Lively Yellow?
Lively Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lively Yellow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.