Cork PPU6-05 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D9AC7B, LRV 46 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is New Colonial Yellow from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9AC7B · PPU6-05
Cork
46%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cork Technical Profile
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Cork in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cork in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCork
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsNew Colonial Yellow
New Colonial Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Frankincense
Valspar
Nearly identical
Honey Hive
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Creamy Custard
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Antiquarian Brass
Kilz
Very similar
Buffalo Trail
PPG
Very similar
Caramel Cloud
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Caramel Cloud
Vista Paint
Very similar
Western Sunrise
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cork
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cork
#D9AC7B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cork
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cork 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Cork.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cork — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cork have?
Cork by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cork in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cork from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cork are New Colonial Yellow by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Golden Gate by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Frankincense by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cork'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 Cork?
Cork has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
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 Cork's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.