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Basalt

#854750

Basalt is a warm medium color with the hex code #854750. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 133, 71, 80 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 47%, 40%, 48% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Basalt Color Values

HEX
#854750
RGB
133, 71, 80
HSL
351°, 30%, 40%
CMYK
0, 47, 40, 48

About this color

Basalt sits at 351° 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%, 40%, 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: #854750;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 133, 71, 80;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#854750',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 47%
Y: 40%
K: 48%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(133, 71, 80)
rgba(133, 71, 80, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

10 brand s with colors near 351° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #854750?
#854750 is Basalt, a warm medium color with RGB values of 133, 71, 80. It has a hue of 351°, 30% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #854750?
The RGB color code for #854750 is rgb(133, 71, 80). This means it contains 133 red, 71 green, and 80 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Basalt a warm or cool color?
Basalt (#854750) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #854750 in CSS?
You can use #854750 in CSS with: background-color: #854750; or color: #854750; or as an RGB value: rgb(133, 71, 80). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 47%, 40%, 48%.