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#D14D51 — Brick Red

#D14D51 is a mid-tone moderately 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 #D14D51

Color schemes using #D14D51

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#D14D51 FAQ

What color is #D14D51?

#D14D51 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 59% saturation and 56% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.

What is the RGB value of #D14D51?

#D14D51 is rgb(209, 77, 81) in RGB, hsl(358, 59%, 56%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 63%, 61%, 18%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #D14D51?

White text on this background reaches 4.29:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.89:1.

What colors go well with #D14D51?

Its direct complement is #4DD1CD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4DD18A and #4D93D1 gives you contrast without the vibration.