E417 #C3866C RGB 195, 134, 108

Light Walnut — #C3866C

Light Walnut is a natural, mid-tone orange color with the catalog reference E417. Its hex value #C3866C makes it useful for work that calls for a mid-tone tone in the orange family. Explore its values, harmonies and linked markers below.

Color values

Hex value
#C3866C
RGB
rgb(195, 134, 108)
HSL
hsl(18°, 42%, 59%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 31%, 45%, 24%)

This color is recorded in the archived 2018 Finecolour chart. Its screen preview comes from the chart artwork, not a measured ink swatch. Marker links follow the model symbols printed in that edition.

Markers in this color

Model availability follows the archived chart. Choose a marker to see its documented set contents.

Color harmonies

Complementary
Analogous
Split-complementary

Best uses

Great for sunsets, autumn leaves, citrus fruit, warm skin tones and sunlit backgrounds.

Mixing & layering

Layer over Blush (R356) for a smooth transition. Pair with Aqua Marine (BG107) for deep shadow — it's the direct complement. For a triadic palette add Dusty Deep Green (J017).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for Light Walnut?
The hex code for Light Walnut is #C3866C. In RGB that is 195, 134, 108.
What colour is Light Walnut?
It is a mid-tone orange color.
What colours pair well with Light Walnut?
The direct complement is Aqua Marine (BG107). Analogous neighbour: Blush (R356).
What is Light Walnut used for?
Great for sunsets, autumn leaves, citrus fruit, warm skin tones and sunlit backgrounds.

About this colour data

This independent reference separates recorded source data from computed screen values and known physical-colour limitations.

Maintained by
Max Tymoshyn
Data version
finecolour-chart-2018
Reference checked

Recorded data

Printed codes, color labels and model symbols are transcribed from this archived chart. RGB previews are converted from its artwork. This does not establish current availability.

Computed data

RGB display values, previews, and colour relationships are calculated by the website from each stored HEX reference.

Physical colour

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Unknowns

This catalog does not establish manufacturing tolerances, laboratory measurements, batch variation, current availability, discontinued or renamed codes, or complete manufacturer product-line coverage.

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