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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B84C4E — Brick Red
#B84C4E is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 359° 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 #B84C4E
- fbf4f4
- edd3d3
- e0b1b2
- d38f91
- c56e6f
- b84c4e
- 983d3e
- 772f31
- 552223
- 341515
- 120707
Color schemes using #B84C4E
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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#B84C4E FAQ
What color is #B84C4E?
#B84C4E is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 359 degrees, 43% saturation and 51% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #B84C4E?
#B84C4E is rgb(184, 76, 78) in RGB, hsl(359, 43%, 51%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 59%, 58%, 28%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B84C4E?
White text on this background reaches 5.02:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.18:1.
What colors go well with #B84C4E?
Its direct complement is #4CB8B6. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4CB880 and #4C84B8 gives you contrast without the vibration.