Cork reads as warm and grounded — strong in kitchens, family rooms, and any space where warmth is the dominant mood you're after. At LRV 46 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Because it's a fully saturated example, it lands strongest as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than the dominant whole-room color. Skip it in rooms that already run warm or get strong afternoon sun, where it can tip into an overpowering glow.
Ref. #D9AD7A · PPU6-5
Cork
46%LRV Value
Cork Technical Profile
What color is Behr Cork (PPU6-5)? It's a medium warm orange — hex #D9AD7A, LRV 46. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Cork is Sherwin-Williams Golden Fleece — a near-identical match on the wall, with Sherwin-Williams New Colonial Yellow and Sherwin-Williams Golden Gate also close. Its LRV of 46 gives Cork depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. As a fully saturated example, it reads as a confident statement color — best deployed as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than a whole-room dominant. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges. Saturated colors amplify lighting effects more than muted ones: warm bulbs deepen and enrich, cool daylight sharpens and slightly cools the same hex.
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Colors Similar to Cork
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cork
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cork
#D9AD7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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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 colors match Cork from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cork are Golden Fleece by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), New Colonial Yellow by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Golden Gate by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Cork's look in a brand your local store carries. Always 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 46.0, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Cork depends on the room. Here's how to choose.