#A34004 Hex Color
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A saturated, earthy orange with distinct brown undertones, #a34004 brings warmth and reliability to design projects. It functions best as an accent color rather than a large background, where it risks overwhelming the viewer. This rich tone pairs effectively with muted teals or creams. The hex code for this autumnal, grounded shade is #a34004.
Questions about #a34004
What is #a34004 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a34004 is rgb(163, 64, 4), in HSL hsl(23, 95%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 61%, 98%, 36%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
How should I use #a34004 in a balanced design scheme?
#a34004 works best as a punchy accent color rather than a primary background to avoid overwhelming the viewer. Pair this rich, grounded tone with muted teal or creamy neutrals to let the warmth stand out without competing for visual dominance.
Is #a34004 considered a warm or cool color?
#a34004 is distinctly warm due to its high saturation and autumnal orange base. The added brown undertones ground the color, preventing it from appearing too neon or aggressive, making it an excellent choice for branding that implies reliability and comfort.
Is #a34004 readable on white or black?
#a34004 has a 6.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.29:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.