#A4713F Hex Color
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Muted and warm, this earthy orange brings a grounded, mellow feel to branding and UI accents. Use #a4713f sparingly, as it can look muddy in large blocks. It pairs beautifully with cool slate blues for a balanced palette. With a 5.0:1 contrast ratio against black, it supports small, readable text effectively. The hex code for this distinct shade is #a4713f.
Questions about #a4713f
What is #a4713f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a4713f is rgb(164, 113, 63), in HSL hsl(30, 44%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 62%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #a4713f for a balanced design?
#a4713f pairs best with cool, desaturated tones that provide a visual counterweight to its warmth. Incorporating a deep slate or a soft cool gray helps ground the intensity of the orange, preventing the palette from feeling too muddy or overwhelming.
Should I use #a4713f for large background areas?
Avoid using #a4713f as a solid background for large sections because its muted, earthy quality can easily become dull or overwhelming. It functions most effectively as a targeted accent color for buttons, icons, or text highlights that need a grounded, approachable feel.
Is #a4713f readable on white or black?
#a4713f has a 4.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.01:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.