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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B96C2D — Copper
#B96C2D is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 27° 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 #B96C2D
- fcf7f3
- f3decd
- eac5a7
- e1ac81
- d7935c
- ce7a36
- ac642a
- 864e20
- 603817
- 3a220e
- 150c05
Color schemes using #B96C2D
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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#B96C2D FAQ
What color is #B96C2D?
#B96C2D is a shade of copper in the orange family. It has a hue of 27 degrees, 61% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #B96C2D?
#B96C2D is rgb(185, 108, 45) in RGB, hsl(27, 61%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 42%, 76%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B96C2D?
White text on this background reaches 4:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.25:1.
What colors go well with #B96C2D?
Its direct complement is #2D7AB9. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2DB9B2 and #2D34B9 gives you contrast without the vibration.