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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D6292C — Cardinal
#D6292C is a mid-tone 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 #D6292C
- fdf2f2
- f5cbcb
- eea3a5
- e67c7e
- df5457
- d72d30
- b32225
- 8c1b1c
- 641314
- 3d0c0c
- 150404
Color schemes using #D6292C
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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#D6292C FAQ
What color is #D6292C?
#D6292C is a shade of cardinal in the red family. It has a hue of 359 degrees, 68% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D6292C?
#D6292C is rgb(214, 41, 44) in RGB, hsl(359, 68%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 81%, 79%, 16%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D6292C?
White text on this background reaches 4.98:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.21:1.
What colors go well with #D6292C?
Its direct complement is #29D6D3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #29D67D and #2982D6 gives you contrast without the vibration.