#D14242 Hex Color
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This bold, saturated red demands attention without feeling overwhelming. As a 10% accent, #d14242 works perfectly for call-to-action buttons or navigation highlights. Avoid using it for large backgrounds, as the intensity can quickly overwhelm the viewer. The hex code is #d14242, which provides enough contrast for white text to remain fully readable on interfaces.
Questions about #d14242
What is #d14242 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d14242 is rgb(209, 66, 66), in HSL hsl(0, 61%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 68%, 68%, 18%.
How should I use #d14242 in interface design?
Apply #d14242 sparingly as a 10% accent color for call-to-action buttons or critical navigation highlights. Because this red is highly saturated, using it for large backgrounds often overwhelms the user and can cause visual fatigue on screen interfaces.
Is #d14242 readable on white or black?
#d14242 has a 4.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.56:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.