#9C3508 Hex Color
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This dark, dusky red carries a heavy, serious mood that feels both urgent and grounded. Because of its muted, brick-like character, #9c3508 works best as a primary accent rather than a full background color, where it can easily overwhelm a design. It pairs well with crisp, cool neutrals to keep layouts from looking muddy. Use this hex code when you need a distinct touch of danger or intensity.
Questions about #9c3508
What is #9c3508 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9c3508 is rgb(156, 53, 8), in HSL hsl(18, 90%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 66%, 95%, 39%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively use #9c3508 in my design projects?
#9c3508 works best as a bold, attention-grabbing accent rather than a background color. Because of its dark and urgent character, pair it with crisp off-white or soft cream backgrounds to prevent it from appearing too muddy or overwhelming.
Does #9c3508 have a warm or cool undertone?
#9c3508 reads as distinctly warm with strong earthy, brick-like undertones. It sits on the border of a deep brown and a muted red, making it feel organic and grounded rather than bright or synthetic.
Is #9c3508 readable on white or black?
#9c3508 has a 7.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.92:1 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.