#EC2B04 Hex Color
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This high-octane red is an aggressive, saturated shade designed to demand immediate attention. Use #ec2b04 strictly as a 10% accent color for call-to-action buttons rather than a full-page background, as it quickly overwhelms the eye. Because it offers a 4.9:1 contrast ratio against black text, it remains readable even in small interface elements. The hex code for this vivid red is #ec2b04.
Questions about #ec2b04
What is #ec2b04 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ec2b04 is rgb(236, 43, 4), in HSL hsl(10, 97%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 82%, 98%, 7%.
Why is #ec2b04 effective for call-to-action buttons?
This shade is naturally aggressive and saturated, making it a high-contrast choice for drawing the eye to primary interface elements. Using it on only 10 percent of your layout ensures the color remains an effective trigger rather than becoming overwhelming.
How do I balance #ec2b04 without overwhelming a design?
Pair this intense red with neutral tones like charcoal or soft whites to ground the overall palette. Because the hue is so visually loud, limiting its application to small interface pieces helps maintain balance while preserving high visibility.
Is #ec2b04 readable on white or black?
#ec2b04 has a 4.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.91:1 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.