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Basalt

#85474F

Basalt is a warm medium color with the hex code #85474F. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 133, 71, 79 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 47%, 41%, 48% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Basalt Color Values

HEX
#85474F
RGB
133, 71, 79
HSL
352°, 30%, 40%
CMYK
0, 47, 41, 48

About this color

Basalt sits at 352° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 30% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Basalt work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Basalt in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 47%, 41%, 48% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Basalt

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #85474F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 133, 71, 79;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#85474F',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 47%
Y: 41%
K: 48%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(133, 71, 79)
rgba(133, 71, 79, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

10 brand s with colors near 352° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #85474F?
#85474F is Basalt, a warm medium color with RGB values of 133, 71, 79. It has a hue of 352°, 30% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #85474F?
The RGB color code for #85474F is rgb(133, 71, 79). This means it contains 133 red, 71 green, and 79 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Basalt a warm or cool color?
Basalt (#85474F) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #85474F in CSS?
You can use #85474F in CSS with: background-color: #85474F; or color: #85474F; or as an RGB value: rgb(133, 71, 79). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 47%, 41%, 48%.