Color: #C8422D
#C8422D Color Information
#C8422D is a dark color. The closest websafe version is #C8422D. A complement of this color would be #2DB3C8, perceived brightness is 0.41, and the grayscale version is #7B7B7B.
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 8°,a saturation of 63%, and a lightness of 48%.The HSV representation shows a hue of 8°, a saturation of 78%, and a value of 78%.
In a RGB color space, #C8422D is composed of 78% red, 26% green and 18% blue. Whereas in a CMYK color space, it is composed of 0% cyan, 67% magenta, 77% yellow and 22% black.
In the Yxy color space, this color is represented as Y: 16.92, x: 0.5788, and y: 0.3540.
Color Code #C8422D
Shades of Color #C8422D
Shades are created by darkening the original color #C8422D in equal steps from 0% to 90%. These shades are perfect for creating depth and contrast in your designs. Use them to add visual hierarchy or highlight specific elements in your projects.
Tints of Color #C8422D
Tints are created by lightening the original color #C8422D in equal steps from 0% to 90%, ending with pure white. These tints are ideal for creating soft backgrounds, subtle highlights, or cohesive UI elements that complement your designs.
About #C8422D Color Code
In the HSL color space, this color has a hue angle of 8°, a saturation of 63%, and a lightness of 48%. The HSV representation shows a hue of 8°, a saturation of 78%, and a value of 78%.
- HEX: #C8422D
- RGB: rgb(200, 66, 45)
- HSL: hsl(8, 63%, 48%)
- HSV: hsv(8, 78%, 78%)
- CMYK: 0.00% cyan, 67.00% magenta, 77.00% yellow, 22.00% black
- XYZ: 27.66, 16.92, 3.21
- Yxy: 16.92, 0.5788, 0.3540
- Hunter Lab: 48.15, 53.23, 42.86
- CIE-Lab: 48.15, 53.23, 42.86
In the XYZ color space, this color is represented as X: 27.66, Y: 16.92, Z: 3.21. The Yxy representation further refines this as Y: 16.92, x: 0.5788, and y: 0.3540.
In the Hunter Lab color space, this color is represented as L: 48.15, a: 53.23, and b: 42.86. Similarly, in the CIE-Lab color space, it is represented as L: 48.15, a: 53.23, and b: 42.86.
Use these color codes in your CSS, design tools, or anywhere you need to specify a color. You can also explore its shades and tints for more creative options.
Triadic Colors of #C8422D
Triadic colors are three colors evenly spaced around the color wheel, including #C8422D. They create vibrant and balanced color schemes, perfect for designs that need contrast and harmony.
Monochromatic Colors of #C8422D
Monochromatic colors are variations of #C8422D, including its shades, tints, and tones. They create elegant and minimalistic designs with a unified color theme.
Complementary Color of #C8422D
The complementary color of #C8422D is opposite it on the color wheel. Complementary colors provide strong contrast and are ideal for designs that need visual impact and attention.
CSS Examples of #C8422D
/* Using HEX */ body { background-color: #c8422d; }
/* Using RGB */ body { background-color: rgb(200, 66, 45); }
/* Using RGB with opacity */ body { background-color: rgba(200, 66, 45, 0.5); }
/* Using HSL */ body { background-color: hsl(8, 63%, 48%); }
/* Text color */ p { color: #c8422d; }
/* Box shadow */ div { box-shadow: 4px 4px #c8422d; }
/* Border color */ .box { border: 4px solid #c8422d; }
/* Text shadow */ h1 { color: #222; text-shadow: 2px 2px 0 #c8422d; }
/* Background with text */ div { background: #c8422d; color: #fff; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; }
HTML Examples of #C8422D
<!-- Using HEX --> <div style="background-color: #c8422d; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB --> <div style="background-color: rgb(200, 66, 45); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using RGB with opacity --> <div style="background-color: rgba(200, 66, 45, 0.5); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Using HSL --> <div style="background-color: hsl(8, 63%, 48%); width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Text color --> <p style="color: #c8422d;">This is a text example.</p>
<!-- Box shadow --> <div style="box-shadow: 4px 4px #c8422d; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Border color --> <div style="border: 4px solid #c8422d; width: 100px; height: 100px;"></div>
<!-- Text shadow --> <h1 style="color: #222; text-shadow: 2px 2px 0 #c8422d;">Text Shadow Preview</h1>
<!-- Background with text --> <div style="background: #c8422d; color: #fff; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;"> #C8422D </div>
Related Colors of #C8422D
These colors are similar to #C8422D, with slight variations in hue. Use them to create harmonious designs or explore alternative shades for your projects.