#92140C Hex Color

Sophisticated dark red with earthy roots

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This dark, earthy red commands attention without feeling neon or artificial. It works best as a primary brand color or a bold background element in formal, high-contrast layouts. Since white text maintains a strong 9.0:1 contrast ratio against this shade, it provides excellent readability for text. The hex code is #92140c. Use it sparingly as an accent to avoid overwhelming your composition with its heavy, serious weight.

Questions about #92140c

What is #92140c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #92140c is rgb(146, 20, 12), in HSL hsl(4, 85%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 86%, 92%, 43%.
What color combinations work best with #92140c?
The #92140c hue is best balanced by neutral shades like cream or light grays, which allow its deep intensity to stand out without overwhelming the viewer. You can also create high-energy contrast by pairing it with a soft sage green for a sophisticated, natural look.
Is #92140c readable on white or black?
#92140c has a 9.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.32:1 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.