#C40D16 Hex Color
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This saturated, high-intensity red demands attention. Because it is so loud, #c40d16 performs best as a strategic accent rather than a dominant background color. It pairs surprisingly well with charcoal grays or deep navies to ground its inherent energy. Since white text offers a 6.1:1 contrast ratio, it remains readable for UI calls to action. The hex code for this bold color is #c40d16.
Questions about #c40d16
What is #c40d16 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c40d16 is rgb(196, 13, 22), in HSL hsl(357, 88%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 93%, 89%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #c40d16?
This bold red demands grounding to stay visually balanced. It works exceptionally well when paired with charcoal or deep navy, as these dark neutrals temper the intensity of #c40d16 without competing for attention. Use these combinations to highlight specific interface elements.
Is #c40d16 readable on white or black?
#c40d16 has a 6.14:1 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.