#C6473B Hex Color
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This saturated brick red feels earthy yet urgent, carrying the intensity of terracotta with a brighter, warmer edge. Because it is highly pigmented, #c6473b functions best as a bold accent or call-to-action button rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays or deep teals. White text sits comfortably on top of this hex code for clear, readable UI design.
Questions about #c6473b
What is #c6473b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6473b is rgb(198, 71, 59), in HSL hsl(5, 55%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 64%, 70%, 22%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #c6473b?
Is #c6473b suitable for large background areas?
Because #c6473b is highly saturated, it is best used as a bold accent or highlight rather than a full-page background. Using it in small, deliberate doses maintains visual comfort and keeps your layout from feeling overwhelming to the user.
Is #c6473b readable on white or black?
#c6473b has a 4.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.36:1 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.