Ref. #C6B5A7 · 9086
Cool Beige
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cool Beige Technical Profile
What color is Cool Beige? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C6B5A7. Colors similar to Cool Beige include Farrow & Ball Jitney, PPG Grey Mauve, Vista Paint Beach Party. Cool Beige has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Cool Beige 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Cool Beige
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Beige
#C6B5A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAB85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Beige 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 Cool Beige.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Beige have?
Cool Beige by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Cool Beige from other brands?
The closest matches are Jitney by Farrow & Ball (#C4B2A2), Grey Mauve by PPG (#CAB8AB), Beach Party by Vista Paint (#C7B5A4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cool Beige?
Cool Beige has an LRV of 47.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cool Beige's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.