#C20029 Hex Color
A bold and high-intensity saturated red
#c20029 is an aggressive, high-chroma red that demands immediate attention. This saturated shade works best as a 10% accent color for calls to action rather than a dominant background, as it can quickly overwhelm a design. It pairs well with slate grays or muted teals to tone down its intensity. Because of its strength, white text is the most readable choice when using this hex code.
Questions about #c20029
What is #c20029 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c20029 is rgb(194, 0, 41), in HSL hsl(347, 100%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 79%, 24%.
How should I effectively use #c20029 in my design?
Use #c20029 sparingly, ideally covering no more than 10% of your layout, as its high saturation can quickly overwhelm a user. It functions best as a strategic accent color for call-to-action buttons or critical alerts against neutral backgrounds.
What colors pair well with #c20029 for a balanced look?
Is #c20029 readable on white or black?
#c20029 has a 6.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.32:1 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.