#B5731C Hex Color
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#b5731c is a muted, burnt orange with real warmth and a grounded, earthy feel. Its low saturation keeps it calm for an orange, so it reads more rustic than loud. It shines as an accent or supporting tone in autumn palettes, food branding, and safety graphics. Pair it with navy or charcoal for contrast. Black text stays readable on it at about 5.4:1, so it can back small body copy, though lighter tints flatter it more than stark white.
Questions about #b5731c
What is #b5731c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b5731c is rgb(181, 115, 28), in HSL hsl(34, 73%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 85%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #b5731c?
Navy, charcoal, and deep teal all set off its warmth nicely. Cream and soft beige make gentler, more rustic combinations.
Is #b5731c a warm or cool color?
It is a warm color. Its orange base and brownish undertones give it a cozy, autumnal character despite its muted saturation.
Can #b5731c be used as a background for text?
Yes, for larger text. Black type reaches about 5.4:1 contrast on it, which clears WCAG AA, but small body text is safer on a lighter tint.
Is #b5731c readable on white or black?
#b5731c has a 3.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.43:1 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.