Walnut brown is a deep, rich brown shade that evokes the natural tone of walnut shells. This colour exudes warmth and calm, perfect for natural and rustic styles. Walnut brown is often used in furniture design, flooring and interior accessories as it can be easily combined with other earth tones and natural materials such as wood and stone.
In fashion, walnut brown is a chic and timeless choice that goes well with all seasons. It works well with darker colours like black or grey, but also contrasts well with lighter shades like beige or cream. Walnut brown makes the wearer look sophisticated and put-together, while suggesting a sense of approachability and warmth.
RGB and HEX colour codes for nut brown
The RGB code for the nut brown colour is (77, 38, 22) and the HEX value is #4D2616.
| Colour scheme | Code/Weights |
|---|---|
| Hex |
#8B5E3C |
| RGB |
rgb(139, 94, 60) |
| HSL |
hsl(25, 39%, 39%) |
| HSV/HSB |
hsv(25, 57%, 55%) |
| CMYK |
cmyk(0, 32, 57, 45) |
| Contrasting colour |
#7340BF |
| Complementary colour |
#3C698B |
Dark and light shades of nut brown
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Dark shades
Light shades
Complementary colour palettes of nut brown
Walnut brown is a warm, earthy tone that is perfect for creating a natural and elegant design. Here we showcase the different palettes of Walnut Brown, including complementary, analogue, monochrome, triad, tetrad, split complementary and neutral colour combinations.
Complementary palette
Analogue palette
Monochrome palette
Triad palette
Tetrade palette
Split complementary palette
Neutral palette
What is the colour of walnut brown?
Walnut brown is a deep, rich brown shade similar to the colour of walnut shells. It is usually warm in tone with slight reddish or yellowish tones.
What makes a nut brown colour?
The colour of nut brown depends on several factors. These include the pigments that make up the colour, the reflectivity of the surface of the material, and the type and intensity of the lighting. In addition, the specific material to which the colour is applied may also affect its exact shade.
How is it possible to mix the walnut brown color color? topic:walnut brown color
To achieve the walnut brown colour, mix black, red and yellow dyes. Mix a little black and red paint first, then add a small amount of yellow paint until you get the desired shade.
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