What Color is Beach Woods
Beach Woods is a sophisticated, understated neutral that bridges the gap between warm sand and cool stone. Its low saturation provides a balanced foundation for various design styles, ranging from coastal to industrial. This shade offers a sense of refined age, mimicking the look of sun-bleached timber.
What color is opposite Beach Woods?
The opposite color to Beach Woods is Casper (#afbaca).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Orange
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Spring
- Complementary Color: #AFBACA
- Brightness: 193/255
- Saturation: 13%
Colors That Pair Well With Beach Woods
Complementary
Pair with Casper for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Bright Gray for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
Tints (add white)
Tones (add grey)
Beach Woods History
Historically, shades similar to Beach Woods were derived from Yellow Ochre mixed with calcium carbonate or white lead. In the 17th century, Dutch landscape painters utilized these earthen tones to create realistic depictions of dunes and overcast skies. The pigment profile suggests a reliance on Iron Oxide, which has been a fundamental component of human artistic expression since the Paleolithic era.
During the rise of the Arts and Crafts movement in the late 19th century, this desaturated palette gained popularity. Designers like William Morris favored these muted, natural tones to counteract the garish synthetic dyes of the Industrial Revolution. It represented a return to handcrafted materials and honest, unadorned surfaces.
Meaning & Psychology
This color elicits a deep sense of serenity and groundedness. Because it sits within the orange family but is heavily desaturated, it retains the warmth of fire without the accompanying intensity, fostering an atmosphere of comfort. It is often perceived as a reliable color that reduces cognitive load and visual fatigue.
In a cultural context, this shade is associated with longevity and endurance. It lacks the fleeting nature of trend-heavy bolds, instead providing a feeling of authenticity. It encourages reflection and slow living, making it a preferred choice for spaces intended for meditation or deep focus.
In Nature
Beach Woods appears prominently in the salt-crusted surfaces of Driftwood found along Pacific coastlines. It is visible in the porous texture of Travertine stone and the protective Shells of terrestrial mollusks. During the late autumn, it defines the color of dried Wheat stalks and the weathered Bark of the American Sycamore tree.
How To Use Beach Woods
In modern interior design, this hue serves as an ideal Neutral for large-scale surfaces like walls or cabinetry. It provides enough warmth to prevent a space from feeling clinical while maintaining a sophisticated edge. When applying this color to digital interfaces, it functions as an excellent background that enhances Readability by reducing screen glare.
From an accessibility standpoint, Beach Woods requires high-contrast pairings to meet standard requirements for text. Combining it with deep forest greens or rich navy blues creates a Harmonious visual hierarchy. It is particularly effective in Branding for luxury goods that wish to communicate heritage and understated quality.
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Curated Palettes
Seaside Sanctuary
A calming, coastal-inspired palette that balances warm neutrals with cool oceanic tones.
Earth & Ore
A grounded, rustic collection highlighting organic minerals and weathered wood textures.
Muted Meadow
A soft, naturalistic palette perfect for organic branding and sustainable design concepts.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #CAC0B0;
color: rgb(202, 192, 176);
background-color: #CAC0B0;
border: 3px solid #CAC0B0;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #CAC0B066;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #CAC0B0 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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Product Details
Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.
- Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
- Feel: Velvety soft finish.
- Print: Double-sided, all-over vibrant color using water-based inks.
- Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
- Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials
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- Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
- Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
- Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
- Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.
What Goes With Beach Woods?
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Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
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UI Examples
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Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I use Beach Woods in CSS?
You can use Beach Woods in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.beach-woods {
background-color: #CAC0B0;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.