#A6002F Hex Color
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#a6002f is a saturated, intense crimson that carries a serious and urgent mood. Because of its deep pigmentation, it functions best as a 10% accent rather than a full page background. It pairs exceptionally well with cool, desaturated teals to create immediate visual tension. With a high contrast ratio against white text, the hex code #a6002f remains legible even when used for smaller UI elements.
Questions about #a6002f
What is #a6002f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a6002f is rgb(166, 0, 47), in HSL hsl(343, 100%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 72%, 35%.
What colors pair best with #a6002f?
Pair #a6002f with cool, desaturated teals or soft slate grays to balance its intense warmth. Because this crimson carries such high visual weight, using it alongside these cooler tones creates immediate contrast without overwhelming the viewer's eye in your design.
Is #a6002f suitable for web interface accents?
#a6002f is an excellent choice for functional UI accents like error states, call-to-action buttons, or notification badges. Its strong pigmentation ensures it stands out against neutral white or light gray backgrounds while maintaining clear legibility for essential user interactions.
Is #a6002f readable on white or black?
#a6002f has a 7.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.66:1 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.