analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B36A3D — Copper
#B36A3D is a mid-tone moderately saturated orange sitting at 23° 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 #B36A3D
- fbf6f4
- efdcd1
- e3c2ae
- d7a88b
- cb8e68
- bf7445
- 9f5e36
- 7c4a2a
- 59351e
- 362012
- 130b07
Color schemes using #B36A3D
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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#B36A3D FAQ
What color is #B36A3D?
#B36A3D is a shade of copper in the orange family. It has a hue of 23 degrees, 49% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #B36A3D?
#B36A3D is rgb(179, 106, 61) in RGB, hsl(23, 49%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 41%, 66%, 30%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B36A3D?
White text on this background reaches 4.16:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.05:1.
What colors go well with #B36A3D?
Its direct complement is #3D86B3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3DB3A5 and #3D4BB3 gives you contrast without the vibration.