#C43138 Hex Color
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This saturated red demands immediate attention. Because of its visual intensity, designers should use #c43138 as an accent color rather than a dominant background to avoid overwhelming the user. It pairs perfectly with white text for high-contrast accessibility. The hex code for this powerful, bold red is #c43138. Use it sparingly for call-to-action buttons or important cautionary UI elements.
Questions about #c43138
What is #c43138 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c43138 is rgb(196, 49, 56), in HSL hsl(357, 60%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 75%, 71%, 23%.
How should I use #c43138 in a website interface?
#c43138 acts as a strong, aggressive accent color that performs best when reserved for small UI elements like buttons or notification badges. Because of its high visual intensity, using it for large backgrounds will quickly overwhelm the user and cause visual fatigue.
Is #c43138 readable on white or black?
#c43138 has a 5.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.84:1 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.