#E5242A
Red
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About #E5242A Red
#E5242A is a red color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 229 red, 36 green, and 42 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 358°, saturation of 79%, and lightness of 52%.
This color has a medium lightness value, making it a balanced tone ideal for both text and UI elements. With high saturation, it appears vibrant and eye-catching.
CSS Code
Use #E5242A in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
358°
Hue
79%
Saturation
52%
Lightness
Red
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #E5242A based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #E5242A against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#E5242A on White
Contrast Ratio4.55:1
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Aa#E5242A on Black
Contrast Ratio4.62:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #E5242A across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #E5242A |
| RGB | rgb(229, 36, 42) |
| HSL | hsl(358, 79%, 52%) |
| RGB Decimal | 229, 36, 42 |
| RGB Percent | 89.8%, 14.1%, 16.5% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 0%, 84%, 82%, 10% |
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