#CC242F Hex Color Code

#CC242F

The Hexadecimal Color #CC242F is a contrast shade of Crimson. #CC242F RGB value is rgb(204, 36, 47). RGB Color Model of #CC242F consists of 80% red, 14% green and 18% blue. HSL color Mode of #CC242F has 356°(degrees) Hue, 70% Saturation and 47% Lightness. #CC242F color has an wavelength of 395.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #CC242F is #FF3333. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #CC242F is #C23. The Closest Color to #CC242F is #DC143C. Official Name of #CC242F Hex Code is Persian Red. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #CC242F is 0 Cyan 82 Magenta 77 Yellow 20 Black and #CC242F CMY is 0, 82, 77. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #CC242F is hsl(356,70,47, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(356, 82, 80). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #CC242F is 26.05, 14.31, 4.08.
Hex8 Value of #CC242F is #CC242FFF. Decimal Value of #CC242F is 13378607 and Octal Value of #CC242F is 63022057. Binary Value of #CC242F is 11001100, 100100, 101111 and Android of #CC242F is 4291568687 / 0xffcc242f. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #CC242F is 0.586, 0.322, 0.322 and YIQ Color Space of #CC242F is 87.486, 96.5769, 38.9552. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #CC242F is 24.57, 5.99, 4.29. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #CC242F is 44.67, 63.26, 37.68. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #CC242F is 44.67, 124.35, 23.71. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #CC242F is 44.67, 73.63, 30.78. Hunter Lab variable of #CC242F is 37.83, 56.72, 20.09.

#CC242F - Persian Red Color Image
#CC242F - Persian Red Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #CC242F

RGB Percentages of #CC242F

80%
14%
18%

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 #CC242F

80.0%
14.12%
18.43%

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 #CC242F

0%
82%
77%
20%

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 #CC242F

To get 25% Saturated #CC242F Color, you need to convert the hex color #CC242F 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 #CC242F 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 #CC242F

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 #CC242F

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 #CC242F

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 #CC242F to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #CC242F to it's the darkest color.

#CC242F Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(204, 36, 47)
RGB Percent 80%, 14%, 18%
RYB 204.0, 36.0, 47.0
CMYK 0, 82, 77, 20
CMY 0, 82, 77
HSL hsl(356, 70%, 47%)
HSLA hsl(356, 70%, 47%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(356, 82, 80)
XYZ 26.05, 14.31, 4.08
Hex8 Value #CC242FFF
Decimal Value 13378607
Octal Value 63022057
Binary Value 11001100,100100,101111
Android 4291568687 / 0xffcc242f
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(356, 70%, 47%)
xyY 0.586, 0.322, 14.309
YIQ 87.486, 96.5769, 38.9552
LMS 24.57, 5.99, 4.29
CieLAB 44.67, 63.26, 37.68
CieLUV : LCHuv 44.67, 124.35, 23.71
CieLCH : LCHab 44.67, 73.63, 30.78
Hunter Lab 37.83, 56.72, 20.09
YUV 87.486, -19.9, 102.22
YDbDr 87.486, -60.94, -221.56
YCbCr 91.14, 107.93, 201.0
YCoCg 80.75, 125.5, -44.75
YPbPr 87.49, -22.85, 83.11
Munsell Color System 10835.66 475.52/39.94

#CC242F HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#CC242F as Background:

Looking back in front of me, in the mirror a grin. Through eyes of love I see, I'm only looking at a friend.

Stevie Ray Vaughan
<p style="background: #CC242F">…</p>

#CC242F as Text Color:

I'll be back 'round again, yes, I'll walk in time with you, old friend. And we'll find that place that we had danced in so long ago.

Dave Matthews
<p style="color: #CC242F">…</p>

#CC242F as Text Shadow:

It's getting late have you seen my mates, Ma tell me when the boys get here, It's seven o'clock and I want to rock, Want to get a belly full of beer...

Elton John
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #CC242F">…</p>

#CC242F as Linear Gradient:

I would rather feel the hurt inside, yes I would darling, than know the emptiness that your heart must hide.

Bruce Springsteen
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #CC242F)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #CC242F?

RGB Value for #CC242F is rgb(204, 36, 47).

What is the RGB percentage of #CC242F?

RGB percentage for #CC242F is 80% Red 14% Green 18% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #CC242F?

CMYK Color Model of #CC242F is 0 Cyan 82 Magenta 77 Yellow 20 Black.

What is the HSL value of #CC242F?

HSL Value of #CC242F is 356°(degrees) Hue 70 Saturation 47 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #CC242F?

HSV Value of #CC242F is 356 Hue 82 Saturation 80 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #CC242F?

XYZ Color Model of #CC242F is 26.05, 14.31, 4.08.