#952841 Hex Color
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This dark, muted brick red carries a heavy, serious mood perfect for grounding energetic designs. Because #952841 is fairly saturated, it works best as a moody accent rather than a dominant background. Pair it with soft cream or warm gray to balance its intensity. With a 7.9:1 contrast ratio against white text, it ensures excellent readability for UI components and large typography.
Questions about #952841
What is #952841 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #952841 is rgb(149, 40, 65), in HSL hsl(346, 58%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 73%, 56%, 42%.
How should I use #952841 in design?
Use this dark brick red as a moody accent rather than a dominant background color. It grounds energetic layouts effectively, and pairing it with soft cream or warm gray helps balance its high saturation for a sophisticated, professional aesthetic.
Is #952841 readable on white or black?
#952841 has a 7.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.65:1 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.