#C95242 Hex Color
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This robust brick red balances intense warmth with a grounded, earthy undertone. Because #c95242 carries significant visual weight, it works best as a punchy 10% accent rather than a dominant background. Pair it with soft cream or slate gray to temper its natural aggression. The hex code #c95242 offers enough contrast to support black text, making it a reliable choice for buttons or notification badges.
Questions about #c95242
What is #c95242 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c95242 is rgb(201, 82, 66), in HSL hsl(7, 56%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 67%, 21%.
How should I effectively use #c95242 in interface design?
#c95242 carries significant visual weight, making it ideal as a punchy 10% accent rather than a dominant background color. It provides excellent contrast for black text, ensuring readability when applied to notification badges or call-to-action buttons.
Which neutral colors pair best with the warmth of #c95242?
To temper the natural aggression of this brick red, pair it with soft cream or slate gray. These neutral tones allow the earthy, robust intensity of #c95242 to stand out without overwhelming the overall balance of your color scheme.
Is #c95242 readable on white or black?
#c95242 has a 4.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.76:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.