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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#993C2C — Chestnut
#993C2C is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 9° 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 #993C2C
- fcf4f3
- f1d4cf
- e6b3aa
- dc9386
- d17262
- c7523d
- a54230
- 813325
- 5c251b
- 381610
- 140806
Color schemes using #993C2C
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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#993C2C FAQ
What color is #993C2C?
#993C2C is a shade of chestnut in the red family. It has a hue of 9 degrees, 55% saturation and 39% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #993C2C?
#993C2C is rgb(153, 60, 44) in RGB, hsl(9, 55%, 39%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 61%, 71%, 40%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #993C2C?
White text on this background reaches 6.91:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.04:1.
What colors go well with #993C2C?
Its direct complement is #2D8A9A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2D9A74 and #2D539A gives you contrast without the vibration.