#A13118 Hex Color

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#a13118 is a dark, strongly saturated red with warm terracotta and brown undertones. Its earthy depth feels serious and grounded, while its vivid chroma brings urgency and energy. Use it as a small accent or call-to-action color against pale neutrals, rather than a full-page background. White text reads clearly on this hex code, with about 7.1:1 contrast.

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What is #a13118 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #a13118 is rgb(161, 49, 24), in HSL hsl(11, 74%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 70%, 85%, 37%.

What colors pair well with #a13118?

Pair #a13118 with pale sand, sage, or warm cream to soften its intensity while keeping the palette grounded, especially in packaging, editorial layouts, and rustic brand systems where a strong focal accent needs support. Use charcoal for a darker combination.

Is #a13118 readable on white or black?

#a13118 has a 7.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.96:1 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.

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