#C13C07 Hex Color
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This intense, burnt orange-red demands attention with its saturated and warm profile. Because of its high energy, #c13c07 works best as a punchy 10% accent rather than a dominant background color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep teals or muted charcoals to soften the visual impact. White text provides enough contrast to remain readable, making it a viable choice for bold call-to-action buttons.
Questions about #c13c07
What is #c13c07 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c13c07 is rgb(193, 60, 7), in HSL hsl(17, 93%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 69%, 96%, 24%.
Where should I use the #c13c07 color in my design?
Because #c13c07 is highly saturated and energetic, it works best as a deliberate 10% accent color for call-to-action buttons or small UI elements. Avoid using it as a dominant background color, as it can quickly overwhelm the visual space.
What colors pair well with #c13c07 for a balanced palette?
Is #c13c07 readable on white or black?
#c13c07 has a 5.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.91:1 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.