analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4D1B14 — Ebony
#4D1B14 is a dark moderately saturated red sitting at 7° 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 #4D1B14
- fcf4f3
- f2d2ce
- e9b0a8
- df8e83
- d56c5e
- cc4a38
- a93a2c
- 842e22
- 5f2118
- 3a140f
- 140705
Color schemes using #4D1B14
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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#4D1B14 FAQ
What color is #4D1B14?
#4D1B14 is a shade of ebony in the red family. It has a hue of 7 degrees, 59% saturation and 19% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4D1B14?
#4D1B14 is rgb(77, 27, 20) in RGB, hsl(7, 59%, 19%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 65%, 74%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4D1B14?
White text on this background reaches 14.17:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.48:1.
What colors go well with #4D1B14?
Its direct complement is #14464D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #144D37 and #142A4D gives you contrast without the vibration.