Woodgrain
Also known as: Buddy Buddy, Caramel Kisses, Cathay Spice, Retrofit
A lively brown with a cozy and dependable character, Woodgrain works beautifully for leather goods and autumn design. Its complement lands in blue territory, which makes for striking two-color pairings. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 4.88:1.
Woodgrain color codes
- HEX
- #996633
- RGB
- rgb(153, 102, 51)
- RGBA
- rgba(153, 102, 51, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(30, 50%, 40%)
- HSV
- hsv(30, 67%, 60%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 33%, 67%, 40%)
- LAB
- lab(48.0 17.4 36.9)
- OKLCH
- oklch(55.4% 0.094 63.7)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: sienna#A0522D · ΔE 9.9
- RAL 8001 — Ochre brown#9C6B30 · ΔE 2.8 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Woodgrain works
- Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: Works as a base layer or outerwear tone that lets brighter pieces do the talking.
- Branding: As a brand anchor it reads established and tactile; pair with a single vivid accent for energy.
- Web & UI: Reads as an interactive accent: fills, hovers, focus rings. Keep body text in a darker neutral.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Woodgrain
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Woodgrain by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 4.88:1
AA passAAA failAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 4.30:1
AA failAAA failAA large pass
Best text color on a Woodgrain background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Woodgrain
Woodgrain with its complement
Soft neighbors of Woodgrain
Woodgrain triad
Similar colors
- Eagle#A26C36 · ΔE 2.7
- Mai Tai#A56531 · ΔE 3.6
- Olivia#996622 · ΔE 3.6
- Inca Gold#AA6D28 · ΔE 5.2
- Barrel Aged#8B6945 · ΔE 5.4
- Stroopwafel#A86F48 · ΔE 6.1
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Woodgrain is closest to Zenith.
Woodgrain FAQs
What color is Woodgrain?
Woodgrain is a medium brown with the hex code #996633. In HSL terms it has a hue of 30°, 50% saturation, and 40% lightness.
What is the hex code for Woodgrain?
The hex code for Woodgrain is #996633. In RGB it's rgb(153, 102, 51), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 33%, 67%, 40%).
What colors go well with Woodgrain?
Woodgrain pairs naturally with blue tones from its complementary harmony, and with cyan accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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