#9B1F2F Hex Color

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This saturated brick red feels grounded and intense without veering into neon. With its dark, warm personality, the hex code #9b1f2f functions best as a bold accent rather than a dominant background. It commands attention for calls to action or UI highlights. Since white text maintains a strong 8.0:1 contrast ratio, this hue remains highly legible when used for large, impactful typography.

Questions about #9b1f2f

What is #9b1f2f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9b1f2f is rgb(155, 31, 47), in HSL hsl(352, 67%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 80%, 70%, 39%.
How can I effectively use #9b1f2f in a user interface?
Since #9b1f2f is a highly saturated, intense hue, it works best as a deliberate accent to draw attention to call-to-action buttons or important highlights. Avoid using it as a large background color, as its heavy, dark personality can easily overwhelm your page layout.
What colors pair well with the deep red of #9b1f2f?
This brick red pairs beautifully with neutral tones like a soft cream or a crisp off-white to maintain readability. For a more sophisticated, grounded palette, consider balancing it with a dark, muted charcoal or a deep slate gray.
Is #9b1f2f readable on white or black?
#9b1f2f has a 7.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.63:1 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.