#771D06 Hex Color
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#771d06 is a dense, earthy red with powerful, dark undertones. This grounded hue feels moody and intense, working best as a sophisticated accent color rather than a primary background. Pair it with muted creams to balance its weight or use it for high-contrast branding elements. Because of its 10.7:1 contrast ratio against white text, the hex code #771d06 is an excellent choice for legible, bold headings.
Questions about #771d06
What is #771d06 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #771d06 is rgb(119, 29, 6), in HSL hsl(12, 90%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 76%, 95%, 53%.
Where is #771d06 most effective in web design?
#771d06 works exceptionally well for bold, high-contrast headings because it maintains a 10.7:1 ratio against white backgrounds. Its heavy, grounded presence makes it ideal for emphasizing primary call-to-action buttons or sophisticated accent lines in editorial-style layouts.
How do you balance the intensity of #771d06?
To keep #771d06 from feeling overwhelming, pair it with soft, muted creams or light off-white tones that neutralize its dark energy. Avoid using it as a large-scale background color, as its saturated, dense nature can create visual strain over large areas.
Is #771d06 readable on white or black?
#771d06 has a 10.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.96:1 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.