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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CB4743 — Brick Red
#CB4743 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 2° 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 #CB4743
- fcf3f3
- f2cfce
- e8aba9
- dd8784
- d36460
- c9403b
- a7322e
- 832724
- 5e1c1a
- 391110
- 140605
Color schemes using #CB4743
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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#CB4743 FAQ
What color is #CB4743?
#CB4743 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 2 degrees, 57% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CB4743?
#CB4743 is rgb(203, 71, 67) in RGB, hsl(2, 57%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 65%, 67%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CB4743?
White text on this background reaches 4.64:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.52:1.
What colors go well with #CB4743?
Its direct complement is #43C7CB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #43CB8C and #4383CB gives you contrast without the vibration.