#C14D36 Hex Color
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Grenadier is a saturated, warm brick red that commands attention without feeling aggressive. Because of its intensity, #c14d36 works best as an accent color rather than a large-scale background. It pairs exceptionally well with cool, deep grays or slate blues to create a grounded, rustic contrast. White text offers excellent 4.8:1 legibility against this hex code, making it a functional choice for high-impact call-to-action buttons.
About Grenadier
Brick kiln door left open at noon
What does grenadier mean?
Grenadier often signals heat, appetite, and handmade craft, sitting between fire orange and fired clay. Its strong saturation and mid brightness give it a full, assertive weight that stays mellow instead of turning sharp.
Where you see grenadier
- terracotta pots
- brick chimneys
- dried chilies
- red clay roof tiles
- rusted farm metal
- adobe walls
What it works for
It works well for food packaging, pottery brands, autumn palettes, and calls to action that need warmth.
What colors go with grenadier?
Sage Green #9caf88The muted green cools the red's heat and keeps the pairing earthy.Cream #fffdd0Cream softens the strong saturation and lets the red carry the design.Navy #000080Deep navy grounds the brightness and gives the red a serious edge.Teal #008080Teal sits opposite on the wheel, so both colors read louder together.Charcoal #36454fCharcoal absorbs the intensity, making the red feel deliberate instead of loud.Mustard #ffdb58The two warm hues share a base, so the pairing glows without clashing.
Questions about Grenadier
What is the hex code for Grenadier?
Grenadier is #c14d36. In RGB that is rgb(193, 77, 54), in HSL hsl(10, 56%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 72%, 24%.
Is #c14d36 a good choice for UI call-to-action buttons?
Yes, #c14d36 is an excellent choice for functional call-to-action buttons because white text provides high legibility against it. It captures attention effectively without the overwhelming aggression associated with primary fire-engine reds, making it a professional, high-impact option for modern interfaces.
Is Grenadier readable on white or black?
Grenadier has a 4.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.38:1 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.