analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#EB3300 — Scarlet
#EB3300 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 13° 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.
#eb3300
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Tints and shades of #EB3300
- fff3f0
- ffcec1
- ffaa92
- ff8563
- ff6034
- ff3b05
- d52e00
- a62400
- 771a00
- 481000
- 190600
Color schemes using #EB3300
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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#EB3300 FAQ
What color is #EB3300?
#EB3300 is a shade of scarlet in the orange family. It has a hue of 13 degrees, 100% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #EB3300?
#EB3300 is rgb(235, 51, 0) in RGB, hsl(13, 100%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 78%, 100%, 8%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #EB3300?
White text on this background reaches 4.19:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.01:1.
What colors go well with #EB3300?
Its direct complement is #00B8EB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #00EBA8 and #0042EB gives you contrast without the vibration.