#983F2D Hex Color
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This dark, brick red brings a grounded and rustic warmth to any composition. Because of its moody, unsaturated character, #983f2d works best as an accent color rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted teal or slate gray to balance its intensity. The hex code for this terracotta shade is #983f2d, and white text maintains excellent readability against it.
Questions about #983f2d
What is #983f2d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #983f2d is rgb(152, 63, 45), in HSL hsl(10, 54%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 70%, 40%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #983f2d for a balanced design?
This brick red benefits from cooler, muted tones to offset its intensity. Try pairing it with slate gray for a professional look or teal to create a striking, high-contrast complement that feels intentional rather than overwhelming.
Is #983f2d suitable for large blocks of text?
Avoid using #983f2d as a background for long-form body text because its saturation can cause eye strain over time. It functions best as an accent for buttons, headers, or borders where white text ensures readability against its dark, earthy surface.
Is #983f2d readable on white or black?
#983f2d has a 6.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.08:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.