#BC242D Hex Color Code
#BC242D
The Hexadecimal Color #BC242D is a contrast shade of Fire Brick. #BC242D RGB value is rgb(188, 36, 45). RGB Color Model of #BC242D consists of 73% red, 14% green and 17% blue. HSL color Mode of #BC242D has 356°(degrees) Hue, 68% Saturation and 44% Lightness. #BC242D color has an wavelength of 395.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BC242D is #CC3333. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BC242D is #B23. The Closest Color to #BC242D is #B22222. Official Name of #BC242D Hex Code is Tall Poppy. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BC242D is 0 Cyan 81 Magenta 76 Yellow 26 Black and #BC242D CMY is 0, 81, 76. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BC242D is hsl(356,68,44, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(356, 81, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BC242D is 21.85, 12.15, 3.68.
Hex8 Value of #BC242D is #BC242DFF. Decimal Value of #BC242D is 12330029 and Octal Value of #BC242D is 57022055. Binary Value of #BC242D is 10111100, 100100, 101101 and Android of #BC242D is 4290520109 / 0xffbc242d. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BC242D is 0.58, 0.322, 0.322 and YIQ Color Space of #BC242D is 82.474, 87.6851, 34.9488. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BC242D is 20.63, 5.27, 3.85. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BC242D is 41.45, 58.65, 34.39. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BC242D is 41.45, 112.31, 21.51. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BC242D is 41.45, 67.99, 30.39. Hunter Lab variable of #BC242D is 34.86, 50.89, 18.14.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #BC242D
RGB Percentages of #BC242D
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 #BC242D
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 #BC242D
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 #BC242D
To get 25% Saturated #BC242D Color, you need to convert the hex color #BC242D 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 #BC242D 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 #BC242D
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 #BC242D
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 #BC242D
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 #BC242D to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BC242D to it's the darkest color.
#BC242D Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(188, 36, 45) |
| RGB Percent | 73%, 14%, 17% |
| RYB | 188.0, 36.0, 45.0 |
| CMYK | 0, 81, 76, 26 |
| CMY | 0, 81, 76 |
| HSL | hsl(356, 68%, 44%) |
| HSLA | hsl(356, 68%, 44%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(356, 81, 74) |
| XYZ | 21.85, 12.15, 3.68 |
| Hex8 Value | #BC242DFF |
| Decimal Value | 12330029 |
| Octal Value | 57022055 |
| Binary Value | 10111100,100100,101101 |
| Android | 4290520109 / 0xffbc242d |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(356, 68%, 44%) |
| xyY | 0.58, 0.322, 12.146 |
| YIQ | 82.474, 87.6851, 34.9488 |
| LMS | 20.63, 5.27, 3.85 |
| CieLAB | 41.45, 58.65, 34.39 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 41.45, 112.31, 21.51 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 41.45, 67.99, 30.39 |
| Hunter Lab | 34.86, 50.89, 18.14 |
| YUV | 82.474, -18.42, 92.58 |
| YDbDr | 82.474, -56.4, -200.66 |
| YCbCr | 86.83, 109.42, 194.12 |
| YCoCg | 76.25, 116.5, -40.25 |
| YPbPr | 82.47, -21.15, 75.27 |
| Munsell Color System | 10507.70 484.15/38.80 |
#BC242D HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#BC242D as Background:
It's not necessary to go far and wide. I mean, you can really find exciting and inspiring things within your hometown.
<p style="background: #BC242D">…</p>#BC242D as Text Color:
Too many of us look upon Americans as dollar chasers. This is a cruel libel, even if it is reiterated thoughtlessly by the Americans themselves.
<p style="color: #BC242D">…</p>#BC242D as Text Shadow:
If my world were to cave in tomorrow, I would look back on all the pleasures, excitements and worthwhilenesses I have been lucky enough to have had. Not the sadness, not my miscarriages or my father leaving home, but the joy of everything else. It will have been enough.
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BC242D">…</p>#BC242D as Linear Gradient:
When you have nobody you can make a cup of tea for, when nobody needs you, that's when I think life is over.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BC242D)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #BC242D?
RGB Value for #BC242D is rgb(188, 36, 45).
What is the RGB percentage of #BC242D?
RGB percentage for #BC242D is 73% Red 14% Green 17% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BC242D?
CMYK Color Model of #BC242D is 0 Cyan 81 Magenta 76 Yellow 26 Black.
What is the HSL value of #BC242D?
HSL Value of #BC242D is 356°(degrees) Hue 68 Saturation 44 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #BC242D?
HSV Value of #BC242D is 356 Hue 81 Saturation 74 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #BC242D?
XYZ Color Model of #BC242D is 21.85, 12.15, 3.68.