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#8F6B2D — Copper

#8F6B2D is a mid-tone moderately saturated orange sitting at 38° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.

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Tints and shades of #8F6B2D

Color schemes using #8F6B2D

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

complementary

Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.

split complementary

A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.

triadic

Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.

tetradic

Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.

monochromatic

A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.

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#8F6B2D FAQ

What color is #8F6B2D?

#8F6B2D is a shade of copper in the orange family. It has a hue of 38 degrees, 52% saturation and 37% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.

What is the RGB value of #8F6B2D?

#8F6B2D is rgb(143, 107, 45) in RGB, hsl(38, 52%, 37%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 25%, 69%, 44%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #8F6B2D?

White text on this background reaches 4.87:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.31:1.

What colors go well with #8F6B2D?

Its direct complement is #2D518F. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2D828F and #3A2D8F gives you contrast without the vibration.