Cordovan 6027 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #5F3D3F, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Thing from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F3D3F · 6027
Cordovan
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cordovan Technical Profile
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Cordovan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cordovan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsCordovan
Nearly identical
BehrWild Thing
Wild Thing
Behr
Nearly identical
Boysenberry Pie
Kilz
Nearly identical
Aged Beauty
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Red Raisin
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Deep Wine
PPG
Very similar
Beetroot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Folklore
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Royal Garnet
Valspar
Very similar
Raphael
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cordovan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cordovan
#5F3D3F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C6553
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cordovan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cordovan 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 Cordovan.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cordovan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cordovan have?
Cordovan by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cordovan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cordovan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cordovan are Wild Thing by Behr (a near-identical match), Boysenberry Pie by Kilz (a near-identical match), Aged Beauty by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cordovan'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 Cordovan?
Cordovan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Cordovan's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.