#950404 Hex Color
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This deep, dark red carries a heavy, serious mood perfect for atmospheric or high-contrast designs. Because it is so saturated, #950404 works best as a powerful accent rather than a background color. It pairs surprisingly well with muted teals or soft creams, which prevent it from feeling too intense. The hex code for this moody red is #950404.
Questions about #950404
What is #950404 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #950404 is rgb(149, 4, 4), in HSL hsl(0, 95%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 97%, 97%, 42%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How can I balance the intensity of #950404 in a design?
Use #950404 sparingly as a bold accent rather than a primary background color to avoid overwhelming your layout. It balances effectively when paired with cream or soft beige, which neutralize its deep, moody undertones without diminishing its visual impact.
Does #950404 work well for text on screen?
This deep red generally lacks sufficient contrast against standard dark backgrounds, making it a poor choice for body text. It works best for small, high-impact UI elements like call-to-action buttons or highlights where high visibility is needed against a light background.
Is #950404 readable on white or black?
#950404 has a 9.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.29:1 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.