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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C3841D — Copper
#C3841D is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 37° 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 #C3841D
- fdf9f2
- f7e5c9
- f1d2a0
- ebbe77
- e5ab4e
- df9826
- b97d1c
- 916116
- 684610
- 3f2a09
- 160f03
Color schemes using #C3841D
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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#C3841D FAQ
What color is #C3841D?
#C3841D is a shade of copper in the orange family. It has a hue of 37 degrees, 74% saturation and 44% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C3841D?
#C3841D is rgb(195, 132, 29) in RGB, hsl(37, 74%, 44%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 32%, 85%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C3841D?
White text on this background reaches 3.16:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.64:1.
What colors go well with #C3841D?
Its direct complement is #1D5DC3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1DB0C3 and #311DC3 gives you contrast without the vibration.