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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#E74413 — Vermilion
#E74413 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 14° 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 #E74413
- fef4f1
- fad2c5
- f7b09a
- f38e6f
- f06c43
- ec4918
- c53a10
- 9a2d0c
- 6e2109
- 431405
- 180702
Color schemes using #E74413
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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#E74413 FAQ
What color is #E74413?
#E74413 is a shade of vermilion in the orange family. It has a hue of 14 degrees, 85% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #E74413?
#E74413 is rgb(231, 68, 19) in RGB, hsl(14, 85%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 71%, 92%, 9%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #E74413?
White text on this background reaches 4.01:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.23:1.
What colors go well with #E74413?
Its direct complement is #13B6E7. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #13E7AF and #134BE7 gives you contrast without the vibration.