#960B0A Hex Color
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This dark, saturated red carries a serious, authoritative weight. Because of its intensity, #960b0a works best as a primary accent rather than a background color, where it can easily dominate. Pair this hue with soft creams or warm grays to balance its aggressive nature. The hex code #960b0a provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for buttons or bold graphic elements.
Questions about #960b0a
What is #960b0a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #960b0a is rgb(150, 11, 10), in HSL hsl(0, 88%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 93%, 93%, 41%.
Where should I use #960b0a in a layout?
Use #960b0a sparingly as a high-impact accent color for buttons, calls to action, or borders rather than using it for large backgrounds. Its deep intensity commands immediate attention, making it perfect for drawing the eye to important interface elements.
What colors pair well with #960b0a?
Balance the intensity of #960b0a by pairing it with cream or off-white to prevent the design from feeling too aggressive. For a more sophisticated, neutral foundation, this deep red also works effectively alongside warm gray or soft charcoal tones.
Is #960b0a readable on white or black?
#960b0a has a 8.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.34:1 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.