Color swatch image showing #ED2928 with RGB(237,41,40) values
Color swatch image showing #ED2928 with RGB(237,41,40) values

#ED2928 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #ED2928 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#ED2928 Color Information

#ED2928 RGB value is (237, 41, 40). The hex color red value is 237, green is 41, and blue is 40. Its HSL format shows a hue of 0°, saturation of 85 percent, and lightness of 54 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 83 percent, 83 percent, 7 percent.

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#ED2928 Color Meaning

Color #ED2928 signals determined intensity, focus, and steady action. #ED2928 strong red promotes perseverance and enduring energy. Consequently, color #ED2928 conveys controlled power and reliability. Psychologically, color #ED2928 enhances resolve, strategic thinking, and disciplined effort. #ED2928 encourages resilience without overwhelming. Symbolically, color #ED2928 reflects structural integrity, disciplined passion, and cultural boldness. Spiritually, #ED2928 represents persistent energy, determined courage, and balanced force.

Color Conversion

Convert #ED2928 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.

HEX
#ED2928
RGB
rgb(237, 41, 40)
HSL
hsl(0°, 85%, 54%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 83%, 83%, 7%)
HSV
hsv(0°, 83%, 93%)
XYZ
36.1010 19.7436 3.9156
Yxy
19.7436 0.6041 0.3304
Hunter Lab
44.4338 7.1613 2.3027
CIE-Lab
51.5461 70.9546 50.4435

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red237 / 255 (93%)
93%
Green41 / 255 (16%)
16%
Blue40 / 255 (16%)
16%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta83 / 100 (83%)
83%
Yellow83 / 100 (83%)
83%
Key (Black)7 / 100 (7%)

Color Variations

#ED2928 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

#ED2928 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 #ED2928 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.

#FFFFFF
#ED2928

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

4.24:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

4.24:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

4.24:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #ED2928 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

#ED2928

protanopia

#989628

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #ED2928;

Text Color

color: #ED2928;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #ED2928;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #ED292840;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #ED2928;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #ED2928 0%, #960c0c 100%);

#ED2928 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #ED2928 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.