Nervy Hue 6917 is a yellow paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D7C65B and estimated LRV 56. Its closest cross-brand match is Soupy Green from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #D7C65B · 6917
Nervy Hue
56%Estimated LRV
Nervy Hue Technical Profile
HEX Code#D7C65B
RGB215, 198, 91
Estimated LRV55.6
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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Colors That Work With Nervy Hue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nervy Hue
#D7C65B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3BE74
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nervy Hue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nervy Hue 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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Nervy Hue — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Nervy Hue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nervy Hue are Soupy Green by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Oxide Brass by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Citron by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Nervy Hue'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 Nervy Hue?
Nervy Hue has a estimated lightness value of 55.6, 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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