Strong Amber

Q: How do I use #B18E1B in CSS?

You can use #B18E1B in CSS with: background-color: #B18E1B; or color: #B18E1B; or as an RGB value: rgb(177, 142, 27). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 20%, 85%, 31%.

#B18E1B

Strong Amber is a warm medium color with the hex code #B18E1B. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 177, 142, 27 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 20%, 85%, 31% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Strong Amber Color Values

HEX: #B18E1B
RGB: 177, 142, 27
HSL: 46°, 74%, 40%
CMYK: 0, 20, 85, 31

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Strong Amber sits at 46° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 74% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Strong Amber 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 Strong Amber in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 20%, 85%, 31% 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 Strong Amber

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #B18E1B;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 177, 142, 27;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B18E1B',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 20%
Y: 85%
K: 31%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(177, 142, 27)
rgba(177, 142, 27, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

7 brand s with colors near 46° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B18E1B?

#B18E1B is Strong Amber, a warm medium color with RGB values of 177, 142, 27. It has a hue of 46°, 74% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #B18E1B?

The RGB color code for #B18E1B is rgb(177, 142, 27). This means it contains 177 red, 142 green, and 27 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Strong Amber a warm or cool color?

Strong Amber (#B18E1B) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #B18E1B in CSS?

You can use #B18E1B in CSS with: background-color: #B18E1B; or color: #B18E1B; or as an RGB value: rgb(177, 142, 27). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 20%, 85%, 31%.