Angora 6036 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D1C5BE, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is En Plein Air from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D1C5BE · 6036
Angora
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Angora in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Angora in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAngora
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsEn Plein Air
En Plein Air
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Kennett Square Taupe
PPG
Nearly identical
Avorio
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Impressionist Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Windmill
Valspar
Nearly identical
Windrift Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Rose Dust
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Malted Milkshake
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Coconut Macaroon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Angora
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Angora
#D1C5BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Angora
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Angora 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Angora.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Angora — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Angora have?
Angora by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Angora in your own space before committing.
What colors match Angora from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Angora are En Plein Air by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Kennett Square Taupe by PPG (a near-identical match), Avorio by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Angora'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 Angora?
Angora has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Angora's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.