Color swatch image showing #D53020 with RGB(213,48,32) values
Color swatch image showing #D53020 with RGB(213,48,32) values

#D53020 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #D53020 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#D53020 Color Information

#D53020 RGB value is (213, 48, 32). The hex color red value is 213, green is 48, and blue is 32. Its HSL format shows a hue of 5°, saturation of 74 percent, and lightness of 48 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 77 percent, 85 percent, 16 percent.

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#D53020 Color Meaning

Color #D53020 embodies steadfast passion, warmth, and focused determination. #D53020 deep red creates a grounded intensity that commands respect without excess. Consequently, color #D53020 signals reliability and emotional strength. Psychologically, color #D53020 supports concentration, measured assertiveness, and persistence. #D53020 encourages disciplined action and thoughtful risk. Symbolically, color #D53020 represents cultural fortitude, architectural stability, and enduring energy. Spiritually, #D53020 conveys disciplined courage, inner strength, and protective warmth.

Color Conversion

Convert #D53020 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
#D53020
RGB
rgb(213, 48, 32)
HSL
hsl(5°, 74%, 48%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 77%, 85%, 16%)
HSV
hsv(5°, 85%, 84%)
XYZ
28.7582 16.3643 3.0094
Yxy
16.3643 0.5975 0.3400
Hunter Lab
40.4528 4.9661 1.7657
CIE-Lab
47.4489 62.1825 48.9251

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red213 / 255 (84%)
84%
Green48 / 255 (19%)
19%
Blue32 / 255 (13%)
13%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta77 / 100 (77%)
77%
Yellow85 / 100 (85%)
85%
Key (Black)16 / 100 (16%)
16%

Color Variations

#D53020 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

#D53020 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 #D53020 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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#D53020

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

4.91:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

4.91:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

4.91:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #D53020 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

#D53020

protanopia

#8e8c24

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #D53020;

Text Color

color: #D53020;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #D53020;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #D5302040;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #D53020;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #D53020 0%, #7e1c13 100%);

#D53020 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #D53020 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.