Cork Bark 217-4DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C6A880, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pelican Tan from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6A880 · 217-4DB
Cork Bark
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cork Bark Technical Profile
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Cork Bark in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cork Bark in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyCork Bark
Nearly identical
BehrPelican Tan
Pelican Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Brunswick Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Coastal Sand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Camelback
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Golden Needles
PPG
Nearly identical
Graham Cracker
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Coastal Sand
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Castell Harlech
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Banana Nut
Kilz
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cork Bark
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cork Bark
#C6A880
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cork Bark
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cork Bark 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Cork Bark.
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 Bark — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cork Bark have?
Cork Bark by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Bark in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cork Bark from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cork Bark are Pelican Tan by Behr (a near-identical match), Brunswick Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Harvest Home by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cork Bark'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 Bark?
Cork Bark has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.6, 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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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 Bark's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.