Rust
HEX: #B7410E | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#B7410E
183, 65, 14
18°, 85% ,38%
0, 64, 92, 28
About Rust
Rust (#B7410E) is a color with RGB(183, 65, 14) and HSL(18.1°, 85.8%, 38.6%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #0E84B7, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #0EB741 and #410EB7. The name comes from *rusta- (Proto-Germanic).
- HEX: #B7410E
- RGB: 183, 65, 14
- HSL: 18.1°, 85.8%, 38.6%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #0E84B7
- Triadic colors: #0EB741, #410EB7
- The name comes from *rusta- (Proto-Germanic).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #B7410E from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The word 'rust' has deep roots in Germanic languages, tracing back to Proto-Germanic '*rusta-' and further to Proto-Indo-European '*h₁rudʰ-st-'. It is related to 'red' and 'ruddy', reflecting the characteristic color of iron oxide. In Old English, it appeared as 'rust' or 'rost'. Its meaning has consistently referred to the reddish-brown coating formed on iron or steel due to oxidation, as well as a plant disease with similar visual characteristics. The verb 'to rust' also emerged early, signifying the process of becoming covered with rust.
First Recorded Use
Before 12th century
Cultural Associations
Rust is widely recognized as a symbol of decay, neglect, and the passage of time, particularly in industrial and urban settings. It is often used metaphorically to describe something that has fallen into disuse or disrepair ('the old skills have rusted away'). In art and photography, the texture and color of rust are frequently appreciated for their aesthetic qualities, evoking a sense of history, grunge, or wabi-sabi. The color 'rust' (like #b7410e) is a popular shade in fashion, interior design, and branding, often associated with warmth, earthiness, and autumn.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #B7410E;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #B7410E;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #B7410E;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#B7410E,
#0E84B7
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#B7410E,
#0E84B7
);
}// SCSS variable
$rust: #B7410E;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$rust-r: 183;
$rust-g: 65;
$rust-b: 14;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $rust;
color: rgba($rust-r, $rust-g, $rust-b, 0.8);
}