Color #B33708

Color Code #B33708

A precise look at this Brown color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.

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Color preview#B33708
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Complete color values

Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.

HEX
#B33708
RGB
rgb(179, 55, 8)
HSL
hsl(16.49 91.44% 36.67%)
HSV
hsv(16.49 95.53% 70.2%)
CMYKApproximate
0%, 69.27%, 95.53%, 29.8%
Relative luminance0.12330—1
Contrast with white6.06:1WCAG
Contrast with black3.47:1WCAG
Best text color#FFFFFFAA ✓

Contrast report

Readability against white and black text

Readable text sample6.06:1
AA ✓AAA ×
Readable text sample3.47:1
AA ×AAA ×
Usage suggestions

Where can this color work?

This dark Brown tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.

Use #B33708 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.

Color harmony

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For designers and developers

CSS code example

CSS
.color-sample {
  color: #B33708;
  background-color: #B337081A;
  border-color: #B33708;
}

Frequently asked questions

What is the RGB value of #B33708?

This color is RGB(179, 55, 8).

What is the HSL value of #B33708?

Its value is HSL(16.49°, 91.44%, 36.67%).

Is #B33708 suitable for text?

Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.