Eroded Ash via Thawing

#2a1e0c RGB(42,30,12)

About this color

Eroded Ash via Thawing occupies the deep, vivid end of the orange spectrum, defined by its coordinates #2a1e0c — RGB(42, 30, 12).

#2a1e0cRGB(42, 30, 12)

HSL 36° · 56% saturation · 11% lightness

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Psychology

Dark oranges recall autumn leaves, aged wood, and the glow of embers — earthy, grounded, hospitable.

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History

In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, saffron orange carries deep spiritual significance — the colour of renunciation and wisdom worn by monks across South and Southeast Asia.

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Design use

Practically speaking, this deep orange is most at home as a primary background in dark themes, a strong border or divider, or a headline colour against a light surface. Combine with lighter tints of the same hue for a cohesive palette.

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Colour pairings

When it comes to colour harmony, pair this orange with deep teal for bold contrast, or with warm sand and burnt umber for a palette that feels natural and grounded.

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Color formats

Name
Eroded Ash via Thawing
HEX
#2a1e0c
RGB
rgb(42,30,12)
RGB%
rgb(16.5%,11.8%,4.7%)
HSL
hsl(36,56%,11%)
HSV
hsv(36,71%,16%)
CMYK
cmyk(0,29,71,84)
LAB
lab(12,3,13)
LCH
lch(12,13,77)
sRGB
(0.165,0.118,0.047)
HEX8
#2a1e0cff
CSS Name
Decimal
042030012

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Color info

Lightness
11%
Saturation
56%
Hue
36°
Chroma
13
Temperature
WarmCool
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