Is Burlywood (#DEB887) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #DEB887 achieves a contrast ratio of 1.86:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 9.62:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Burlywood?

The exact complementary color for #DEB887 is #87ADDE. For analogous pairings, use #DE8D87 and #D8DE87. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Burlywood

Burlywood (#DEB887)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Burlywood (#DEB887)?

Burlywood has the HEX code #DEB887. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 222, 184, 135. In HSL, it is 34°, 57%, 70%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:17% Y:39% K:13%.

Luminance: 52% · Nearest standard name: Burlywood

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BURLYWOOD

#DEB887

rgb(222, 184, 135) · hsl(34°, 57%, 70%)

HEX#DEB887

RGB222, 184, 135

HSL34°, 57%, 70%

HSV / HSB34°, 39%, 87%

CMYK (Print)0%, 17%, 39%, 13%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#DEB887#87ADDE

Analogous

#DE8D87#DEB887#D8DE87

Triadic

#DEB887#87DEB8#B887DE

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)1.86:1

Sample text rendered with #DEB887 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)9.62:1

Sample text rendered with #DEB887 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Burlywood (#DEB887)

Burlywood (#DEB887) is a distinct shade within the Coral & Orange chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 52% 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#DEB887

RGB Space222, 184, 135

HSL Values34°, 57%, 70%

HSV / HSB34°, 39%, 87%

CMYK Ink0%, 17%, 39%, 13%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Burlywood

Geometric intervals calculated from #DEB887 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#87ADDE

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Burlywood with its polar opposite (#87ADDE) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#DE8D87 · #D8DE87

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#87D8DE · #8D87DE

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#87DEB8 · #B887DE

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#87DE8D · #87ADDE · #DE87D8

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Burlywood

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 57% and lightness of 70%, Burlywood (#DEB887) 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 Burlywood with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Burlywood

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-deb887: #DEB887;
  --color-deb887-rgb: 222, 184, 135;
  --color-deb887-hsl: 34deg 57% 70%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'deb887': '#DEB887',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burlywood (#DEB887)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Burlywood (#DEB887)?

Burlywood is defined by the HEX code #DEB887. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:222, G:184, B:135. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:34°, Saturation:57%, Lightness:70%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 34°, 39%, 87%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:17%, Y:39%, K:13%.

Does Burlywood (#DEB887) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Burlywood achieves a contrast ratio of 1.86:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 9.62:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Burlywood (#DEB887)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #DEB887 is #87ADDE. When placed side-by-side, #DEB887 and #87ADDE create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

How can I copy and export Burlywood into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Burlywood in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #DEB887; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Burlywood using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Burlywood (#DEB887) belong to?

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