#EB4C4C Hex Color
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#eb4c4c is a punchy, high-energy red that demands immediate attention. Due to its intense saturation, this hex code functions best as a small accent rather than a background. Use it for call-to-action buttons or highlights where high contrast is necessary. It pairs cleanly with charcoal or slate grays to ground the intensity. Black text remains legible over this shade, maintaining a 5.7:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #eb4c4c
What is #eb4c4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #eb4c4c is rgb(235, 76, 76), in HSL hsl(0, 80%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 68%, 68%, 8%.
How should I use #eb4c4c in a design layout?
Because #eb4c4c is a high-energy, saturated red, it works most effectively as a small accent color for call-to-action buttons or interface highlights. Using it sparingly prevents visual fatigue while ensuring that specific interactive elements stand out clearly against your background.
Does #eb4c4c work well with dark background colors?
Yes, this red pairs effectively with neutral grays like charcoal or slate to ground its intensity. These darker, muted tones provide the necessary balance to keep the red from overwhelming the design while maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic for your user interface.
Is #eb4c4c readable on white or black?
#eb4c4c has a 3.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.67:1 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.