#BF4040 Hex Color Code

#BF4040

The Hexadecimal Color #BF4040 is a contrast shade of Brown. #BF4040 RGB value is rgb(191, 64, 64). RGB Color Model of #BF4040 consists of 74% red, 25% green and 25% blue. HSL color Mode of #BF4040 has 0°(degrees) Hue, 50% Saturation and 50% Lightness. #BF4040 color has an wavelength of 620nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #BF4040 is #CC6666. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #BF4040 is #B44. The Closest Color to #BF4040 is #A52A2A. Official Name of #BF4040 Hex Code is Chestnut. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #BF4040 is 0 Cyan 66 Magenta 66 Yellow 25 Black and #BF4040 CMY is 0, 66, 66. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #BF4040 is hsl(0,50,50, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(0, 66, 75). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #BF4040 is 24.25, 15.12, 6.49.
Hex8 Value of #BF4040 is #BF4040FF. Decimal Value of #BF4040 is 12533824 and Octal Value of #BF4040 is 57640100. Binary Value of #BF4040 is 10111111, 1000000, 1000000 and Android of #BF4040 is 4290723904 / 0xffbf4040. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #BF4040 is 0.529, 0.33, 0.33 and YIQ Color Space of #BF4040 is 101.973, 75.6793, 26.8605. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #BF4040 is 23.21, 8.64, 6.66. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #BF4040 is 45.8, 50.75, 28.42. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #BF4040 is 45.8, 95.69, 20.65. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #BF4040 is 45.8, 58.17, 29.25. Hunter Lab variable of #BF4040 is 38.88, 43.27, 17.32.

#BF4040 - Chestnut Color Image
#BF4040 - Chestnut Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #BF4040

RGB Percentages of #BF4040

74%
25%
25%

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 #BF4040

74.9%
25.1%
25.1%

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 #BF4040

0%
66%
66%
25%

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 #BF4040

To get 25% Saturated #BF4040 Color, you need to convert the hex color #BF4040 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 #BF4040 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 #BF4040

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 #BF4040

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 #BF4040

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 #BF4040 to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #BF4040 to it's the darkest color.

#BF4040 Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(191, 64, 64)
RGB Percent 74%, 25%, 25%
RYB 191.0, 64.0, 64.0
CMYK 0, 66, 66, 25
CMY 0, 66, 66
HSL hsl(0, 50%, 50%)
HSLA hsl(0, 50%, 50%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(0, 66, 75)
XYZ 24.25, 15.12, 6.49
Hex8 Value #BF4040FF
Decimal Value 12533824
Octal Value 57640100
Binary Value 10111111,1000000,1000000
Android 4290723904 / 0xffbf4040
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(0, 50%, 50%)
xyY 0.529, 0.33, 15.117
YIQ 101.973, 75.6793, 26.8605
LMS 23.21, 8.64, 6.66
CieLAB 45.8, 50.75, 28.42
CieLUV : LCHuv 45.8, 95.69, 20.65
CieLCH : LCHab 45.8, 58.17, 29.25
Hunter Lab 38.88, 43.27, 17.32
YUV 101.973, -18.67, 78.1
YDbDr 101.973, -57.15, -169.29
YCbCr 103.58, 109.18, 183.78
YCoCg 95.75, 127.5, -31.75
YPbPr 101.97, -21.43, 63.5
Munsell Color System 10847.47 373.77/34.07

#BF4040 HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#BF4040 as Background:

Perhaps love is like a resting place, a shelter from the storm. It exists to give you comfort, it is there to keep you warm, and in those times of trouble when you are most alone, the memory of love will bring you home.

John Denver
<p style="background: #BF4040">…</p>

#BF4040 as Text Color:

Hatred paralyzes life; love releases it. Hatred confuses life; love harmonizes it. Hatred darkens life; love illuminates it.

Martin Luther King, Jr.
<p style="color: #BF4040">…</p>

#BF4040 as Text Shadow:

Time is too slow for those who wait, too swift for those who fear, too long for those who grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love, time is eternity.

Henry Van Dyke
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #BF4040">…</p>

#BF4040 as Linear Gradient:

If I could be anything in the world I would want to be a teardrop because I would be born in your eyes, live on your cheeks, and die on your lips.

Mary, Queen of Scots
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #BF4040)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #BF4040?

RGB Value for #BF4040 is rgb(191, 64, 64).

What is the RGB percentage of #BF4040?

RGB percentage for #BF4040 is 74% Red 25% Green 25% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #BF4040?

CMYK Color Model of #BF4040 is 0 Cyan 66 Magenta 66 Yellow 25 Black.

What is the HSL value of #BF4040?

HSL Value of #BF4040 is 0°(degrees) Hue 50 Saturation 50 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #BF4040?

HSV Value of #BF4040 is 0 Hue 66 Saturation 75 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #BF4040?

XYZ Color Model of #BF4040 is 24.25, 15.12, 6.49.