analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C22000 — Mahogany
#C22000 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 10° 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.
#c22000
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Tints and shades of #C22000
- fff2f0
- ffcbc1
- ffa492
- ff7d63
- ff5634
- ff2f05
- d52400
- a61c00
- 771400
- 480c00
- 190400
Color schemes using #C22000
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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#C22000 FAQ
What color is #C22000?
#C22000 is a shade of mahogany in the red family. It has a hue of 10 degrees, 100% saturation and 38% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C22000?
#C22000 is rgb(194, 32, 0) in RGB, hsl(10, 100%, 38%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 84%, 100%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C22000?
White text on this background reaches 6:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.5:1.
What colors go well with #C22000?
Its direct complement is #00A2C2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #00C281 and #0041C2 gives you contrast without the vibration.