#B34949 Hex Color
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This mellow brick red feels grounded and stable rather than sharp or aggressive. Because of its muted saturation, #b34949 works best as a primary accent color instead of a large-scale background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays and soft creams, making it useful for rustic design or warming up a UI palette. Use white text for clear readability.
Questions about #b34949
What is #b34949 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b34949 is rgb(179, 73, 73), in HSL hsl(0, 42%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 59%, 30%.
What are the best color combinations for #b34949?
This shade pairs naturally with charcoal for high contrast or soft creams for a balanced, rustic aesthetic. Using #b34949 as an accent against neutrals allows it to stand out without overwhelming the overall layout.
Is #b34949 suitable for text or background elements?
Because of its muted, darker saturation, #b34949 works effectively as a large-scale button or an accent piece rather than a primary background color. If used for text, always ensure the background is light enough for accessibility.
Is #b34949 readable on white or black?
#b34949 has a 5.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.96:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.