#A82522 Hex Color
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This intense brick red carries deep, earthy undertones that provide a grounded yet aggressive presence. Because it is highly saturated, #a82522 functions best as a striking accent rather than a background. Use it sparingly in UI design to highlight calls to action. White text remains perfectly legible against this shade, making it a reliable choice for buttons or bold graphic elements.
Questions about #a82522
What is #a82522 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a82522 is rgb(168, 37, 34), in HSL hsl(1, 66%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 78%, 80%, 34%.
Where should I use #a82522 in a design layout?
Use #a82522 as a high-contrast accent color for primary buttons, error states, or call-to-action elements. Because this red is deeply saturated, it commands immediate attention without the neon brightness of standard primary reds, making it ideal for grounded, professional interfaces.
What colors pair well with #a82522?
This brick red pairs effectively with neutral tones like charcoal or soft off-whites to maintain readability. For a more sophisticated palette, try balancing #a82522 against muted olive greens or deep navy blues, which provide a complementary temperature contrast that keeps the design feeling anchored.
Is #a82522 readable on white or black?
#a82522 has a 7.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.95:1 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.