#A0200C Hex Color
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This saturated brick red commands attention with high intensity and warmth. Because #a0200c carries significant darkness, use it sparingly as a 10% accent rather than a full background to avoid visual fatigue. It pairs well with soft teals for a balanced, modern look. The hex code is #a0200c. It holds enough contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for high-impact buttons or bold typography.
Questions about #a0200c
What is #a0200c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a0200c is rgb(160, 32, 12), in HSL hsl(8, 86%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 80%, 93%, 37%.
How should I effectively use #a0200c in a UI design?
#a0200c is a highly saturated, dark red that commands significant visual attention, so it is most effective when used sparingly as a 10% accent color for buttons or active states rather than as a primary background.
What colors pair best with #a0200c for a balanced palette?
This brick red relies on cooling influences to keep the design balanced. It pairs exceptionally well with soft teal to neutralize its intensity, or against warm cream backgrounds for a sophisticated, high-contrast typography combination that remains accessible.
Is #a0200c readable on white or black?
#a0200c has a 7.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.70:1 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.