Rust

Q: How do I use #AD2E00 in CSS?

You can use #AD2E00 in CSS with: background-color: #AD2E00; or color: #AD2E00; or as an RGB value: rgb(173, 46, 0). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 73%, 100%, 32%.

#AD2E00

Rust is a warm dark color with the hex code #AD2E00. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 173, 46, 0 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 73%, 100%, 32% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Rust Color Values

HEX: #AD2E00
RGB: 173, 46, 0
HSL: 16°, 100%, 34%
CMYK: 0, 73, 100, 32

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Rust sits at 16° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 100% saturation and 34% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, warm colors like Rust work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Rust in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 73%, 100%, 32% 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: #AD2E00;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 173, 46, 0;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#AD2E00',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 73%
Y: 100%
K: 32%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(173, 46, 0)
rgba(173, 46, 0, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

12 brand s with colors near 16° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #AD2E00?

#AD2E00 is Rust, a warm dark color with RGB values of 173, 46, 0. It has a hue of 16°, 100% saturation, and 34% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #AD2E00?

The RGB color code for #AD2E00 is rgb(173, 46, 0). This means it contains 173 red, 46 green, and 0 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Rust a warm or cool color?

Rust (#AD2E00) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #AD2E00 in CSS?

You can use #AD2E00 in CSS with: background-color: #AD2E00; or color: #AD2E00; or as an RGB value: rgb(173, 46, 0). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 73%, 100%, 32%.