Copperwood (#b56917) Color Meaning, Values and Psychology

Copperwood (#b56917) Color Information

Copperwood (#b56917) RGB value is (181, 105, 23). The hex color red value is 181, green is 105, and blue is 23. Its HSL format shows a hue of 31°, saturation of 77%, and lightness of 40%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 42%, 87%, and 29%.

Colors that pair well with Copperwood (#b56917) include Mahogany Red (#B31B1B), Acid Green (#B0BF1A), and Light Sea Green (#20B2AA), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Green (Crayola) (#1CAC78), Indigo Bloom (#6F2DA8), and Green Blue (#1164B4) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Copperwood color swatch with hex value #B56917 and RGB value (181,105,23)

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Copperwood (#b56917) Color Meaning

Copperwood (#B56917) sits within warm metallic browns with reddish-golden undertones. It mirrors polished copper, aged wood, and autumn foliage. The shade feels rich, grounded, and natural. Copperwood (#B56917) carries warmth with subtle sophistication. Symbolically, Copperwood (#B56917) represents stability, endurance, and craftsmanship. It signals natural elegance and resilience. In color psychology, reddish-browns with metallic depth encourage focus, confidence, and comfort. Copperwood (#B56917) feels rooted and refined. Culturally, copper-brown hues appear in traditional metallurgy, furniture, and decorative arts. They symbolize value, labor, and long-lasting beauty. In contemporary interiors, Copperwood (#B56917) provides depth, texture, and a welcoming earthy quality. The color feels elegant, substantial, and organic.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Copperwood (#b56917) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX

#b56917

RGB

rgb(181, 105, 23)

HSL

hsl(31°, 77%, 40%)

CMYK

cmyk(0%, 42%, 87%, 29%)

HSV

hsv(31°, 87%, 71%)

XYZ

24.2623 19.9888 3.3901

Yxy

19.9888 0.5093 0.4196

Hunter Lab

44.7088 2.1879 2.4214

CIE-Lab

51.8245 24.8295 54.0202

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Copperwood (#b56917) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red181 / 255 (71%)

71%

Green105 / 255 (41%)

41%

Blue23 / 255 (9%)

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)

Magenta42 / 100 (42%)

42%

Yellow87 / 100 (87%)

87%

Key (Black)29 / 100 (29%)

29%

Color Variations

A full range of Copperwood (#b56917) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Copperwood (#b56917) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Copperwood (#b56917) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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Sample Text

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UI Components

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Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Copperwood (#b56917) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.