ColorplanBenjamin Moore Cork (2153-40) is a mid-tone yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 46. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Octagon Yellow (No.7) and Behr Honey Tea (MQ2-18). For trim, try Winter Sky (2163-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 45.8 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #D1B071 |
| RGB | 209, 176, 113 |
| HSL | 39°, 51%, 63% |
About Cork
Cork (2153-40) is a mid-tone, medium-strength yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 46, Cork has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Cork's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. Next to Hathaway Gold (194), it's cooler.
How Cork changes with the light
Cork has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Cork's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Cork will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Cork can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Cork will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Cork in real homes
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Cork equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 6.9
Also close: Compatible Cream (ΔE 8.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical · ΔE 0.6
Also close: Sudbury Yellow (ΔE 1.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Cork questions
What undertone does Cork have?
Cork has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Cork's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Cork a light or dark color?
Cork has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 45.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 46, Cork has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Cork in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Whole Wheat SW 6121 (closest available, ΔE 6.9); Farrow & Ball: Octagon Yellow No.7 (nearly identical, ΔE 0.6); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (close, ΔE 4.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Cork?
Try Winter Sky (2163-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Cork's undertone.
Where does Cork work best?
Cork works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 46, Cork has visible color without darkening a room much.
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