#963B34 Hex Color
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#963b34 is a dark, muted red with warm brown undertones. Its low saturation gives it a grounded terracotta feel, while its deep value adds seriousness and visual weight. Use it as a bold accent, a moody background, or a rustic brand color. The hex code #963b34 supports white text at about 7.1:1, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #963b34
What is #963b34 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #963b34 is rgb(150, 59, 52), in HSL hsl(4, 49%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 61%, 65%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #963b34 in a working palette?
#963b34 pairs well with charcoal for restrained contrast, sage for an earthy counterpoint, or warm cream for softer layouts. Keep the red as a supporting tone or accent when the palette already carries strong visual weight.
Is #963b34 readable on white or black?
#963b34 has a 7.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.97:1 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.