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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC242A — Cardinal
#CC242A is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 358° 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 #CC242A
- fdf2f2
- f6cacc
- efa2a5
- e87a7e
- e15257
- da2b30
- b52025
- 8d191d
- 651215
- 3e0b0d
- 160404
Color schemes using #CC242A
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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#CC242A FAQ
What color is #CC242A?
#CC242A is a shade of cardinal in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 70% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #CC242A?
#CC242A is rgb(204, 36, 42) in RGB, hsl(358, 70%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 82%, 79%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC242A?
White text on this background reaches 5.45:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.85:1.
What colors go well with #CC242A?
Its direct complement is #24CCC6. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #24CC72 and #247DCC gives you contrast without the vibration.