#BB0000 Hex Color Code

#BB0000

The Hexadecimal Color #BB0000 is a contrast shade of Dark Red. #BB0000 RGB value is rgb(187, 0, 0). RGB Color Model of #BB0000 consists of 73% red, 0% green and 0% blue. HSL color Mode of #BB0000 has 0°(degrees) Hue, 100% Saturation and 37% Lightness. #BB0000 color has an wavelength of 620nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BB0000 is #CC3333. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BB0000 is #B00. The Closest Color to #BB0000 is #8B0000. Official Name of #BB0000 Hex Code is Guardsman Red. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BB0000 is 0 Cyan 100 Magenta 100 Yellow 27 Black and #BB0000 CMY is 0, 100, 100. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BB0000 is hsl(0,100,37, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(0, 100, 73). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BB0000 is 20.5, 10.57, 0.96.
Hex8 Value of #BB0000 is #BB0000FF. Decimal Value of #BB0000 is 12255232 and Octal Value of #BB0000 is 56600000. Binary Value of #BB0000 is 10111011, 0, 0 and Android of #BB0000 is 4290445312 / 0xffbb0000. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BB0000 is 0.64, 0.33, 0.33 and YIQ Color Space of #BB0000 is 55.913, 111.4333, 39.5505. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BB0000 is 19.41, 3.52, 1.15. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BB0000 is 38.85, 63.45, 53.25. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BB0000 is 38.85, 127.71, 27.54. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BB0000 is 38.85, 82.83, 40.0. Hunter Lab variable of #BB0000 is 32.51, 55.66, 21.01.

#BB0000 - Guardsman Red Color Image
#BB0000 - Guardsman Red Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BB0000

RGB Percentages of #BB0000

73%
0%
0%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #BB0000

73.33%
0.0%
0.0%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #BB0000

0%
100%
100%
27%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #BB0000

To get 25% Saturated #BB0000 Color, you need to convert the hex color #BB0000 to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #BB0000 hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #BB0000

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #BB0000

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #BB0000

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #BB0000 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BB0000 to it's the darkest color.

#BB0000 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(187, 0, 0)
RGB Percent 73%, 0%, 0%
RYB 187.0, 0.0, 0.0
CMYK 0, 100, 100, 27
CMY 0, 100, 100
HSL hsl(0, 100%, 37%)
HSLA hsl(0, 100%, 37%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(0, 100, 73)
XYZ 20.5, 10.57, 0.96
Hex8 Value #BB0000FF
Decimal Value 12255232
Octal Value 56600000
Binary Value 10111011,0,0
Android 4290445312 / 0xffbb0000
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(0, 100%, 37%)
xyY 0.64, 0.33, 10.568
YIQ 55.913, 111.4333, 39.5505
LMS 19.41, 3.52, 1.15
CieLAB 38.85, 63.45, 53.25
CieLUV : LCHuv 38.85, 127.71, 27.54
CieLCH : LCHab 38.85, 82.83, 40.0
Hunter Lab 32.51, 55.66, 21.01
YUV 55.913, -27.49, 115.0
YDbDr 55.913, -84.15, -249.27
YCbCr 64.02, 100.28, 210.13
YCoCg 46.75, 93.5, -46.75
YPbPr 55.91, -31.55, 93.5
Munsell Color System 10339.41 609.35/54.22

#BB0000 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BB0000 as Background:

Every individual has a place to fill in the world and is important in some respect whether he chooses to be so or not.

Nathaniel Hawthorne
<p style="background: #BB0000">…</p>

#BB0000 as Text Color:

More is required of public officials than slogans and handshakes and press releases. More is required. We must hold ourselves strictly accountable. We must provide the people with a vision of the future.

Barbara Jordan
<p style="color: #BB0000">…</p>

#BB0000 as Text Shadow:

Real victories are those that protect human life, not those that result from its destruction or emerge from its ashes.

King Hussein I
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BB0000">…</p>

#BB0000 as Linear Gradient:

I think every girl needs to love herself, regardless of anything. Like if you're having a bad day, if you don't like your hair, if you don't have the best family situation, whatever, you have to love yourself and you can't do anything until you love yourself first.

Julianne Hough
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BB0000)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BB0000?

RGB Value for #BB0000 is rgb(187, 0, 0).

What is the RGB percentage of #BB0000?

RGB percentage for #BB0000 is 73% Red 0% Green 0% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BB0000?

CMYK Color Model of #BB0000 is 0 Cyan 100 Magenta 100 Yellow 27 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BB0000?

HSL Value of #BB0000 is 0°(degrees) Hue 100 Saturation 37 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BB0000?

HSV Value of #BB0000 is 0 Hue 100 Saturation 73 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BB0000?

XYZ Color Model of #BB0000 is 20.5, 10.57, 0.96.