#562C29 Hex Color
Serious, dusty red with grounding weight
#562c29 is a dark, dusty shade of red that feels serious and traditional. As an unsaturated tone, it works better as a grounding background than an accent. This hex code provides excellent legibility for white text at 11.7:1 contrast, making it a reliable choice for formal UI design. Pair it with soft, muted creams to keep your color palette from feeling heavy or muddy.
Questions about #562c29
What is #562c29 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #562c29 is rgb(86, 44, 41), in HSL hsl(4, 35%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 49%, 52%, 66%.
How does #562c29 perform in web interfaces?
#562c29 provides high contrast for white text, achieving a readability ratio of 11.7:1. It functions best as a solid, grounding background element rather than a bright accent, keeping the user interface looking formal and deeply traditional.
What colors complement #562c29 effectively?
Pair #562c29 with soft, muted creams to prevent the palette from feeling heavy or muddy. For a more sophisticated look, it also works well when accented by lighter, neutral shades that provide visual relief without competing with its dusty depth.
Is #562c29 readable on white or black?
#562c29 has a 11.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.78:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.