#A81603 Hex Color
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This saturated, fiery red commands attention with intense warmth and a bold, aggressive edge. Because it dominates large areas, use #a81603 as a 10% accent for calls to action rather than a background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted charcoal grays, which temper its raw energy. The hex code #a81603 offers excellent readability with white text, making it a reliable choice for high-visibility UI elements.
Questions about #a81603
What is #a81603 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a81603 is rgb(168, 22, 3), in HSL hsl(7, 96%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 87%, 98%, 34%.
How should I use #a81603 in my design?
Use this saturated, fiery red sparingly as a bold accent for calls to action, as it can overwhelm larger backgrounds. Pairing it with a muted charcoal or dark gray will effectively temper its intense, aggressive energy while maintaining high visibility.
Does #a81603 work well with white text?
Yes, the high saturation of #a81603 provides excellent contrast against white, making it a reliable choice for buttons or notification badges. Always verify specific contrast ratios for your layout, but it naturally offers strong readability for key user interface elements.
Is #a81603 readable on white or black?
#a81603 has a 7.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.78:1 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.