#C2242B
Red
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About #C2242B Red
#C2242B is a red color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 194 red, 36 green, and 43 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 357°, saturation of 69%, and lightness of 45%.
This color has a medium lightness value, making it a balanced tone ideal for both text and UI elements. With moderate saturation, it appears balanced and versatile.
CSS Code
Use #C2242B in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
357°
Hue
69%
Saturation
45%
Lightness
Red
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #C2242B based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #C2242B against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#C2242B on White
Contrast Ratio5.86:1
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Aa#C2242B on Black
Contrast Ratio3.58:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #C2242B across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #C2242B |
| RGB | rgb(194, 36, 43) |
| HSL | hsl(357, 69%, 45%) |
| RGB Decimal | 194, 36, 43 |
| RGB Percent | 76.1%, 14.1%, 16.9% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 0%, 81%, 78%, 24% |
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