#DB3038 Hex Color
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#db3038 is a high-octane, saturated red that demands attention with its intense, beaming presence. Because it is so loud, this shade works best as a sharp accent rather than a full background color. Pair it with soft, muted grays to keep the composition from feeling overwhelming. The hex code for this powerful red is #db3038, which meets WCAG AA standards for white text readability.
Questions about #db3038
What is #db3038 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db3038 is rgb(219, 48, 56), in HSL hsl(357, 70%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 78%, 74%, 14%.
How can I effectively use #db3038 in a design layout?
Because #db3038 is such a loud, high-energy red, it is best reserved for call-to-action buttons, warning labels, or sharp accent elements rather than large blocks of color. It creates a striking, modern look when paired against muted charcoal or cool grey backgrounds.
Is #db3038 readable on white or black?
#db3038 has a 4.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.49:1 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.