#E03C3E Color Information
#E03C3E RGB value is (224, 60, 62). The hex color red value is 224, green is 60, and blue is 62. Its HSL format shows a hue of 359°, saturation of 73 percent, and lightness of 56 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 73 percent, 72 percent, 12 percent.
#E03C3E Color Meaning
Color #E03C3E communicates physical energy, grounded courage, and assertive motion. #E03C3E earthy red balances warmth with mineral weight, which prevents emotional volatility. Therefore, color #E03C3E feels strong and dependable rather than explosive. Psychologically, color #E03C3E increases motivation and confidence while maintaining control. #E03C3E activates the senses and supports decisive action. Because of its density, the color also conveys reliability and endurance. Culturally, color #E03C3E draws associations with stone, protection, and survival. #E03C3E often appears in artifacts tied to strength and defense. On a symbolic level, color #E03C3E represents rooted vitality, suggesting power that rises from stability rather than impulse.
Color Conversion
Convert #E03C3E across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.
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Color Variations
#E03C3E harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.
Color Harmonies
#E03C3E harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)
Complementary
Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)
Split Complementary
Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite
Triadic
Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)
Tetradic
Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel
Square
Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)
Double Split
Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites
Monochromatic
Variations of a single hue
Contrast Checker
(WCAG 2.1) Test #E03C3E for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.
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UI Components
Color Blindness Simulator
See how #E03C3E appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.
Normal Vision
protanopia
Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.
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#E03C3E Color FAQs
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