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Rust

#D65129

Rust is a warm medium color with the hex code #D65129. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 214, 81, 41 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 62%, 81%, 16% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Rust Color Values

HEX
#D65129
RGB
214, 81, 41
HSL
14°, 68%, 50%
CMYK
0, 62, 81, 16

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 50% 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%, 16% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

How to use Rust

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #D65129;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 214, 81, 41;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#D65129',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 62%
Y: 81%
K: 16%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(214, 81, 41)
rgba(214, 81, 41, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #D65129?
#D65129 is Rust, a warm medium color with RGB values of 214, 81, 41. It has a hue of 14°, 68% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #D65129?
The RGB color code for #D65129 is rgb(214, 81, 41). This means it contains 214 red, 81 green, and 41 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Rust a warm or cool color?
Rust (#D65129) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #D65129 in CSS?
You can use #D65129 in CSS with: background-color: #D65129; or color: #D65129; or as an RGB value: rgb(214, 81, 41). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 62%, 81%, 16%.