#A41508 Hex Color
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This saturated, deep red carries significant visual weight. Because of its intensity, #a41508 functions best as a high-impact accent color rather than a primary background. Pair it with muted off-whites to ground the energy. Since white text provides a 7.8:1 contrast ratio, it remains readable for small UI elements. This hex code works effectively for calls to action or alert notifications that require immediate attention.
Questions about #a41508
What is #a41508 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a41508 is rgb(164, 21, 8), in HSL hsl(5, 91%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 87%, 95%, 36%.
How should I use #a41508 in a user interface?
#a41508 functions best as a high-impact accent color for calls to action or error notifications rather than a primary background. Its high visual weight naturally draws the eye, making it ideal for elements that require immediate user attention.
What colors pair well with #a41508?
This deep red pairs effectively with muted off-whites to ground its intensity and maintain visual balance. For a sophisticated palette, consider using it alongside charcoal or soft neutral grays, which allow the red to stand out without feeling overwhelming.
Is #a41508 readable on white or black?
#a41508 has a 7.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.68:1 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.