#B6595A Hex Color
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This muted brick red carries a mellow, terracotta character that feels grounded and approachable. Because of its desaturated tone, #b6595a avoids the intensity of primary red, making it an excellent choice for rustic palettes or warm accents. It maintains sufficient contrast for readable text, though it works best as a supporting color in branding rather than a dominant background.
Questions about #b6595a
What is #b6595a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b6595a is rgb(182, 89, 90), in HSL hsl(359, 39%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 51%, 29%.
How can I best use #b6595a in a color scheme?
Is #b6595a readable on white or black?
#b6595a has a 4.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.56:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.