Daffodil
Sherwin-Williams · SW6901
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The Analysis
Daffodil is a high-energy yellow with an LRV of 71.35, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light to make small or dark rooms feel instantly brighter. Because it is a saturated warm tone, it tends to pull walls inward, making a large room feel more intimate and cozy rather than spacious.
Due to its intensity, this is best used as a bold accent wall or in small, dedicated spaces like a powder room or breakfast nook. It is rarely used as a full-room wall color because it can quickly overwhelm a space and dominate the visual environment.
LRV 71History & Origin
This color leans into the classic, cheerful palettes found in mid-century kitchens and country-style homes. It avoids the muted, muddy tones of modern minimalism, opting instead for a traditional, sunny aesthetic.
How to Use It
Pair this with crisp white trim to keep the yellow from looking dirty, and use black metal hardware or dark walnut wood tones to ground the brightness. It works exceptionally well in kitchens or mudrooms where you want to introduce a sense of cleanliness and vitality.
The Mood
Living with this shade feels consistently upbeat and energizing, as it mimics the psychological warmth of sunlight. It is an active color that promotes focus and cheerfulness, making it ideal for spaces where you want to feel awake and productive.
Colour harmonies
Complementary
Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.
Analogous
Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.
Split complementary
Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.
Tetradic (square)
Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.
Monochromatic
Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.
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Lighting
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- Natural