#A51030 Hex Color
An intense, deep red with urgent energy
This deep, saturated red feels intense and urgent, making it an effective choice for call-to-action buttons or moody design accents. The hex code #a51030 pairs well with soft creams rather than stark white to avoid visual vibration. Because this tone is dark and lush, white text remains highly legible over it with a 7.7:1 contrast ratio. Use this color to establish authority and focus in your interface designs.
Questions about #a51030
What is #a51030 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a51030 is rgb(165, 16, 48), in HSL hsl(347, 82%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 90%, 71%, 35%.
Does #a51030 work well for text?
This deep red provides a strong, bold statement but can be difficult to read if used as a large body font. It performs best as an accent or header color, especially when paired with cream or off-white backgrounds to maintain visual comfort.
What colors pair best with #a51030?
Is #a51030 readable on white or black?
#a51030 has a 7.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.71:1 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.