#B43218 Hex Color
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#b43218 is a saturated, warm red with a dark orange undertone and enough depth to feel forceful rather than flashy. The hex code #b43218 suits calls to action, sports graphics, food packaging, and focused accents. Use it as a small accent or supporting tone, since large areas can feel heavy. White text on it provides about 6.2:1 contrast.
Questions about #b43218
What is #b43218 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b43218 is rgb(180, 50, 24), in HSL hsl(10, 76%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 72%, 87%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #b43218?
#b43218 pairs well with charcoal, warm cream, muted olive, and dusty blue because these quieter tones balance its heat without competing with its strong saturation. Use charcoal for structure and cream for breathing room in layouts.
Where does #b43218 work best in a design?
#b43218 works best as an accent or supporting tone in interface buttons, sale labels, sports graphics, and food branding, where its warmth and saturation draw attention quickly and clearly. Reserve large fields for spacious layouts, since its dark value can make dense designs feel heavy.
Is #b43218 readable on white or black?
#b43218 has a 6.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.41:1 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.