#CF242E Hex Color Code

#CF242E

The Hexadecimal Color #CF242E is a contrast shade of Crimson. #CF242E RGB value is rgb(207, 36, 46). RGB Color Model of #CF242E consists of 81% red, 14% green and 18% blue. HSL color Mode of #CF242E has 356°(degrees) Hue, 70% Saturation and 48% Lightness. #CF242E color has an wavelength of 395.85185nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #CF242E is #FF3333. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #CF242E is #C23. The Closest Color to #CF242E is #DC143C. Official Name of #CF242E Hex Code is Persian Red. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #CF242E is 0 Cyan 83 Magenta 78 Yellow 19 Black and #CF242E CMY is 0, 83, 78. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #CF242E is hsl(356,70,48, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(356, 83, 81). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #CF242E is 26.86, 14.73, 4.01.
Hex8 Value of #CF242E is #CF242EFF. Decimal Value of #CF242E is 13575214 and Octal Value of #CF242E is 63622056. Binary Value of #CF242E is 11001111, 100100, 101110 and Android of #CF242E is 4291765294 / 0xffcf242e. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #CF242E is 0.589, 0.323, 0.323 and YIQ Color Space of #CF242E is 88.269, 98.6859, 39.2785. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #CF242E is 25.36, 6.13, 4.22. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #CF242E is 45.26, 64.05, 39.08. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #CF242E is 45.26, 126.89, 24.62. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #CF242E is 45.26, 75.03, 31.39. Hunter Lab variable of #CF242E is 38.38, 57.76, 20.67.

#CF242E - Persian Red Color Image
#CF242E - Persian Red Color Image

Graphic Percentage Representation of #CF242E

RGB Percentages of #CF242E

81%
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 #CF242E

81.18%
14.12%
18.04%

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 #CF242E

0%
83%
78%
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 #CF242E

To get 25% Saturated #CF242E Color, you need to convert the hex color #CF242E 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 #CF242E 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 #CF242E

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 #CF242E

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 #CF242E

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 #CF242E to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #CF242E to it's the darkest color.

#CF242E Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(207, 36, 46)
RGB Percent 81%, 14%, 18%
RYB 207.0, 36.0, 46.0
CMYK 0, 83, 78, 19
CMY 0, 83, 78
HSL hsl(356, 70%, 48%)
HSLA hsl(356, 70%, 48%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(356, 83, 81)
XYZ 26.86, 14.73, 4.01
Hex8 Value #CF242EFF
Decimal Value 13575214
Octal Value 63622056
Binary Value 11001111,100100,101110
Android 4291765294 / 0xffcf242e
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(356, 70%, 48%)
xyY 0.589, 0.323, 14.729
YIQ 88.269, 98.6859, 39.2785
LMS 25.36, 6.13, 4.22
CieLAB 45.26, 64.05, 39.08
CieLUV : LCHuv 45.26, 126.89, 24.62
CieLCH : LCHab 45.26, 75.03, 31.39
Hunter Lab 38.38, 57.76, 20.67
YUV 88.269, -20.78, 104.16
YDbDr 88.269, -63.62, -225.77
YCbCr 91.81, 107.05, 202.39
YCoCg 81.25, 126.5, -45.25
YPbPr 88.27, -23.85, 84.69
Munsell Color System 10891.53 476.46/41.06

#CF242E HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#CF242E as Background:

I believe in the brotherhood of man, all men, but I don't believe in brotherhood with anybody who doesn't want brotherhood with me. I believe in treating people right, but I'm not going to waste my time trying to treat somebody right who doesn't know how to return the treatment.

Malcolm X
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#CF242E as Text Color:

I desire so to conduct the affairs of this administration that if at the end... I have lost every other friend on earth, I shall at least have one friend left, and that friend shall be down inside of me.

Abraham Lincoln
<p style="color: #CF242E">…</p>

#CF242E as Text Shadow:

Friendship can only exist between persons with similar interests and points of view. Man and woman by the conventions of society are born with different interests and different points of view.

August Strindberg
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #CF242E">…</p>

#CF242E as Linear Gradient:

Don't flatter yourselves that friendship authorizes you to say disagreeable things to your intimates. On the contrary, the nearer you come into relation with a person, the more necessary do tact and courtesy become.

Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #CF242E)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #CF242E?

RGB Value for #CF242E is rgb(207, 36, 46).

What is the RGB percentage of #CF242E?

RGB percentage for #CF242E is 81% Red 14% Green 18% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #CF242E?

CMYK Color Model of #CF242E is 0 Cyan 83 Magenta 78 Yellow 19 Black.

What is the HSL value of #CF242E?

HSL Value of #CF242E is 356°(degrees) Hue 70 Saturation 48 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #CF242E?

HSV Value of #CF242E is 356 Hue 83 Saturation 81 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #CF242E?

XYZ Color Model of #CF242E is 26.86, 14.73, 4.01.