#EF2E2B Hex Color
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#ef2e2b is an intense, saturated red that demands immediate attention. Due to its high energy, use it sparingly as an accent color for calls to action rather than a large background. It maintains a 5.1:1 contrast ratio with black text, ensuring strong readability. This hex code pairs well with deep charcoal or slate greys to help ground its overwhelming brightness in your interface designs.
Questions about #ef2e2b
What is #ef2e2b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ef2e2b is rgb(239, 46, 43), in HSL hsl(1, 86%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 81%, 82%, 6%.
When should I use #ef2e2b in my interface designs?
Use #ef2e2b sparingly as a high-contrast accent color for primary call-to-action buttons or urgent alerts. Because of its saturated intensity, avoid using it as a background color to prevent eye fatigue and maintain design focus.
Which colors balance the intensity of #ef2e2b?
Pair #ef2e2b with charcoal or deep slate grays to ground its vibrancy. These neutral, dark tones absorb some of the color's aggressive energy, making the overall interface easier to navigate while still keeping the red prominent.
Is #ef2e2b readable on white or black?
#ef2e2b has a 4.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.09:1 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.