analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4D1420 — Ebony
#4D1420 is a dark moderately saturated red sitting at 347° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #4D1420
- fcf3f5
- f2ced5
- e9a8b6
- df8397
- d55e78
- cc3858
- a92c47
- 842237
- 5f1828
- 3a0f18
- 140508
Color schemes using #4D1420
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#4D1420 FAQ
What color is #4D1420?
#4D1420 is a shade of ebony in the red family. It has a hue of 347 degrees, 59% saturation and 19% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4D1420?
#4D1420 is rgb(77, 20, 32) in RGB, hsl(347, 59%, 19%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 74%, 58%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4D1420?
White text on this background reaches 14.62:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.44:1.
What colors go well with #4D1420?
Its direct complement is #144D41. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #144D24 and #143D4D gives you contrast without the vibration.