#CF242B Hex Color Code

#CF242B

The Hexadecimal Color #CF242B is a contrast shade of Crimson. #CF242B RGB value is rgb(207, 36, 43). RGB Color Model of #CF242B consists of 81% red, 14% green and 16% blue. HSL color Mode of #CF242B has 358°(degrees) Hue, 70% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #CF242B color has an wavelength of 394.59259nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #CF242B is #FF3333. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #CF242B is #C23. The Closest Color to #CF242B is #DC143C. Official Name of #CF242B Hex Code is Persian Red. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #CF242B is 0 Cyan 83 Magenta 79 Yellow 19 Black and #CF242B CMY is 0, 83, 79. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #CF242B is hsl(358,70,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(358, 83, 81). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #CF242B is 26.8, 14.71, 3.71.
Hex8 Value of #CF242B is #CF242BFF. Decimal Value of #CF242B is 13575211 and Octal Value of #CF242B is 63622053. Binary Value of #CF242B is 11001111, 100100, 101011 and Android of #CF242B is 4291765291 / 0xffcf242b. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #CF242B is 0.593, 0.325, 0.325 and YIQ Color Space of #CF242B is 87.927, 99.6498, 38.3449. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #CF242B is 25.36, 6.14, 3.93. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #CF242B is 45.23, 63.93, 40.74. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #CF242B is 45.23, 127.45, 25.66. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #CF242B is 45.23, 75.81, 32.51. Hunter Lab variable of #CF242B is 38.35, 57.61, 21.11.

#CF242B - Persian Red Color Image
#CF242B - Persian Red Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #CF242B

RGB Percentages of #CF242B

81%
14%
16%

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 #CF242B

81.18%
14.12%
16.86%

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 #CF242B

0%
83%
79%
19%

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 #CF242B

To get 25% Saturated #CF242B Color, you need to convert the hex color #CF242B 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 #CF242B 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 #CF242B

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 #CF242B

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 #CF242B

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 #CF242B to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #CF242B to it's the darkest color.

#CF242B Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(207, 36, 43)
RGB Percent 81%, 14%, 16%
RYB 207.0, 36.0, 43.0
CMYK 0, 83, 79, 19
CMY 0, 83, 79
HSL hsl(358, 70%, 48%)
HSLA hsl(358, 70%, 48%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(358, 83, 81)
XYZ 26.8, 14.71, 3.71
Hex8 Value #CF242BFF
Decimal Value 13575211
Octal Value 63622053
Binary Value 11001111,100100,101011
Android 4291765291 / 0xffcf242b
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(358, 70%, 48%)
xyY 0.593, 0.325, 14.706
YIQ 87.927, 99.6498, 38.3449
LMS 25.36, 6.14, 3.93
CieLAB 45.23, 63.93, 40.74
CieLUV : LCHuv 45.23, 127.45, 25.66
CieLCH : LCHab 45.23, 75.81, 32.51
Hunter Lab 38.35, 57.61, 21.11
YUV 87.927, -22.08, 104.46
YDbDr 87.927, -67.62, -226.42
YCbCr 91.51, 105.73, 202.61
YCoCg 80.5, 125.0, -44.5
YPbPr 87.93, -25.35, 84.93
Munsell Color System 10886.76 482.78/43.01

#CF242B HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#CF242B as Background:

The one who does not honor the teacher and the one who does not honor the task, although ever so knowledgeable, they are confused.

Laozi
<p style="background: #CF242B">…</p>

#CF242B as Text Color:

Even great spirits have only their five-fingers' breadth of experience - just beyond it their thinking ceases and their endless empty space and stupidity begins.

Friedrich Nietzsche
<p style="color: #CF242B">…</p>

#CF242B as Text Shadow:

Not only do we as individuals get locked into single-minded views, but we also reinforce these views for each other until the culture itself suffers the same mindlessness.

Ellen Langer
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #CF242B">…</p>

#CF242B as Linear Gradient:

Action in war is like movement in a resistant element. Just as the simplest and most natural of movements, walking, cannot easily be performed in water, so in war, it is difficult for normal efforts to achieve even moderate results.

Carl von Clausewitz
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #CF242B)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #CF242B?

RGB Value for #CF242B is rgb(207, 36, 43).

What is the RGB percentage of #CF242B?

RGB percentage for #CF242B is 81% Red 14% Green 16% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #CF242B?

CMYK Color Model of #CF242B is 0 Cyan 83 Magenta 79 Yellow 19 Black.

What is the HSL value of #CF242B?

HSL Value of #CF242B is 358°(degrees) Hue 70 Saturation 48 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #CF242B?

HSV Value of #CF242B is 358 Hue 83 Saturation 81 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #CF242B?

XYZ Color Model of #CF242B is 26.8, 14.71, 3.71.