#94341C Hex Color

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This unsaturated brick red feels grounded and serious. The hex code for this earthy shade is #94341c. It functions best as a moody accent color rather than a primary background, as it often feels too heavy for large spaces. Because of the dark value, white text provides high readability, making it a reliable choice for buttons and call-to-action elements.

Questions about #94341c

What is #94341c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #94341c is rgb(148, 52, 28), in HSL hsl(12, 68%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 65%, 81%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #94341c?
This earthy red pairs exceptionally well with cool neutrals like slate or cool-gray, which balance its intense warmth. For a more sophisticated palette, try pairing #94341c with deep navy or crisp cream to create a sense of grounded elegance.
Is #94341c suitable for large blocks of text?
Using #94341c for large blocks of text is generally not recommended as the dark, heavy saturation can cause eye strain over time. It is significantly more effective as an accent, a button background, or for highlighting specific call-to-action elements.
Is #94341c readable on white or black?
#94341c has a 7.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.76:1 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.