#55252D
Dark Red
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About #55252D Dark Red
#55252D is a dark red color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 85 red, 37 green, and 45 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 350°, saturation of 39%, and lightness of 24%.
This color has a low lightness value, making it a dark color great for text and bold accents. With moderate saturation, it appears balanced and versatile.
CSS Code
Use #55252D in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
350°
Hue
39%
Saturation
24%
Lightness
Dark Red
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #55252D based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #55252D against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#55252D on White
Contrast Ratio12.44:1
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Aa#55252D on Black
Contrast Ratio1.69:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #55252D across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #55252D |
| RGB | rgb(85, 37, 45) |
| HSL | hsl(350, 39%, 24%) |
| RGB Decimal | 85, 37, 45 |
| RGB Percent | 33.3%, 14.5%, 17.6% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 0%, 56%, 47%, 67% |
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