#6E0A18 Hex Color
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#6e0a18 is a deep, desaturated red with strong, moody undertones. It carries a heavy, serious presence that works best as a primary accent rather than a full background. Pair this shade with soft creams or warm grays to balance its intense, somber nature. The hex code for this dim maroon is #6e0a18, which supports high-contrast white text for excellent readability.
Questions about #6e0a18
What is #6e0a18 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e0a18 is rgb(110, 10, 24), in HSL hsl(352, 83%, 24%) and in CMYK 0%, 91%, 78%, 57%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #6e0a18 for a balanced palette?
#6e0a18 functions best when grounded by neutral tones that soften its intense, somber nature. Pair it with creamy off-whites or warm greys to maintain high readability and elegance, or use charcoal for a sophisticated, high-contrast text combination.
Is #6e0a18 suitable for large text blocks?
While #6e0a18 provides a powerful aesthetic, it is better suited for headers, buttons, or accents rather than large blocks of body text. Its deep, desaturated saturation can strain the eyes during prolonged reading, so prioritize high-contrast backgrounds for any essential text.
Is #6e0a18 readable on white or black?
#6e0a18 has a 12.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.71:1 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.