Is Burnished Copper (#B87333) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #B87333 achieves a contrast ratio of 3.79:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.71:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Burnished Copper?

The exact complementary color for #B87333 is #3278B8. For analogous pairings, use #B83235 and #B8B632. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Burnished Copper

Burnished Copper (#B87333)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Burnished Copper (#B87333)?

Burnished Copper has the HEX code #B87333. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 184, 115, 51. In HSL, it is 29°, 57%, 46%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:38% Y:72% K:28%.

Luminance: 23% · Nearest standard name: Burnished Copper

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BURNISHED COPPER

#B87333

rgb(184, 115, 51) · hsl(29°, 57%, 46%)

HEX#B87333

RGB184, 115, 51

HSL29°, 57%, 46%

HSV / HSB29°, 72%, 72%

CMYK (Print)0%, 38%, 72%, 28%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#B87333#3278B8

Analogous

#B83235#B87333#B8B632

Triadic

#B87333#32B873#7332B8

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)3.79:1

Sample text rendered with #B87333 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)4.71:1

Sample text rendered with #B87333 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Burnished Copper (#B87333)

Burnished Copper (#B87333) is a distinct shade within the Coral & Orange chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 23% and a warm color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#B87333

RGB Space184, 115, 51

HSL Values29°, 57%, 46%

HSV / HSB29°, 72%, 72%

CMYK Ink0%, 38%, 72%, 28%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Burnished Copper

Geometric intervals calculated from #B87333 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#3278B8

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Burnished Copper with its polar opposite (#3278B8) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#B83235 · #B8B632

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Burnished Copper for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#32B8B6 · #3235B8

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Burnished Copper, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#32B873 · #7332B8

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#35B832 · #3278B8 · #B632B8

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Burnished Copper

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 57% and lightness of 46%, Burnished Copper (#B87333) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Embodies tactile warmth, artisan craftsmanship, grounded optimism, and hospitality. Creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Hospitality Resorts, Artisan Food & Dining, Interior Decor, Education. Combining Burnished Copper with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Burnished Copper

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-b87333: #B87333;
  --color-b87333-rgb: 184, 115, 51;
  --color-b87333-hsl: 29deg 57% 46%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'b87333': '#B87333',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burnished Copper (#B87333)

Authoritative answers covering Burnished Copper color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Burnished Copper (#B87333)?

Burnished Copper is defined by the HEX code #B87333. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:184, G:115, B:51. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:29°, Saturation:57%, Lightness:46%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 29°, 72%, 72%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:38%, Y:72%, K:28%.

Does Burnished Copper (#B87333) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Burnished Copper achieves a contrast ratio of 3.79:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.71:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Burnished Copper (#B87333)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #B87333 is #3278B8. When placed side-by-side, #B87333 and #3278B8 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Burnished Copper in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Burnished Copper into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Burnished Copper in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #B87333; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Burnished Copper using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Burnished Copper (#B87333) belong to?

Burnished Copper belongs to the Coral & Orange family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Coral & Orange Color Guide.