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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CA4446 — Brick Red
#CA4446 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 359° 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 #CA4446
- fcf3f3
- f1cecf
- e7aaab
- dd8587
- d26163
- c83c3e
- a62f31
- 822526
- 5d1a1b
- 381011
- 140606
Color schemes using #CA4446
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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#CA4446 FAQ
What color is #CA4446?
#CA4446 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 359 degrees, 56% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CA4446?
#CA4446 is rgb(202, 68, 70) in RGB, hsl(359, 56%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 66%, 65%, 21%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CA4446?
White text on this background reaches 4.74:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.43:1.
What colors go well with #CA4446?
Its direct complement is #44CAC8. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #44CA85 and #4489CA gives you contrast without the vibration.