Rust is a
warm medium color with the hex code #AB4121.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
171, 65, 33 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 62%, 81%, 33% for print applications.
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Rust
#AB4121
Rust Color Values
- HEX
- #AB4121
- RGB
- 171, 65, 33
- HSL
- 14°, 68%, 40%
- CMYK
- 0, 62, 81, 33
Shades & Tints
About this color
Rust sits at 14° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 68% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.
In digital design, warm colors like Rust 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 Rust in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 62%, 81%, 33% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Rust
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #AB4121;
--brand-primary-rgb: 171, 65, 33;
} Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#AB4121',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 62%
Y: 81%
K: 33% Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(171, 65, 33)
rgba(171, 65, 33, 0.8) Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
12 brand s with colors near 14° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #AB4121?
What is the RGB value of #AB4121?
Is Rust a warm or cool color?
How do I use #AB4121 in CSS?
background-color: #AB4121; or color: #AB4121; or as an RGB value: rgb(171, 65, 33). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 62%, 81%, 33%.