ColorplanJonquil
SW 6674 · Sherwin-Williams
LRV 68 · light
0 black100 white
Sherwin-Williams Jonquil (SW 6674) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 68. Closest matches: Benjamin Moore Danse du Soleil (CC-212) and Farrow & Ball Yellow Ground (No.218). For trim, try Creamy (SW 7012).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Sherwin-Williams whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 68.4 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F7D391 |
| RGB | 247, 211, 145 |
| HSL | 39°, 86%, 77% |
About Jonquil
Jonquil (SW 6674) is a light, medium-strength yellow from Sherwin-Williams. With an LRV of 68, Jonquil has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Jonquil's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. Next to Butter Up (SW 6681), it's darker and warmer.
How Jonquil changes with the light
Jonquil has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Jonquil's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Jonquil will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Jonquil can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Jonquil will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Jonquil in real homes
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Jonquil equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Benjamin Moore
Very close · ΔE 1.0
Also close: Country Comfort (ΔE 1.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.0
Also close: Citron (ΔE 3.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.0
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 6.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Sherwin-Williams colors
Jonquil questions
What undertone does Jonquil have?
Jonquil has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Jonquil's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Jonquil a light or dark color?
Jonquil has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 68.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 68, Jonquil has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Jonquil in other paint brands?
Benjamin Moore: Danse du Soleil CC-212 (very close, ΔE 1.0); Farrow & Ball: Yellow Ground No.218 (very close, ΔE 2.0); Behr: Pale Honey PPU6-08 (closest available, ΔE 5.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Jonquil?
Try Creamy (SW 7012) on trim and High Reflective White (SW 7757) on the ceiling. Both are Sherwin-Williams whites that share Jonquil's undertone.
Where does Jonquil work best?
Jonquil works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 68, Jonquil has visible color without darkening a room much.
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