#DC242C Hex Color Code
#DC242C
The Hexadecimal Color #DC242C is a contrast shade of Crimson. #DC242C RGB value is rgb(220, 36, 44). RGB Color Model of #DC242C consists of 86% red, 14% green and 17% blue. HSL color Mode of #DC242C has 357°(degrees) Hue, 72% Saturation and 50% Lightness. #DC242C color has an wavelength of 395.22222nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #DC242C is #FF3333. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #DC242C is #D23. The Closest Color to #DC242C is #DC143C. Official Name of #DC242C Hex Code is Persian Red. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #DC242C is 0 Cyan 84 Magenta 80 Yellow 14 Black and #DC242C CMY is 0, 84, 80. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #DC242C is hsl(357,72,50, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(357, 84, 86). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #DC242C is 30.6, 16.66, 3.99.
Hex8 Value of #DC242C is #DC242CFF. Decimal Value of #DC242C is 14427180 and Octal Value of #DC242C is 67022054. Binary Value of #DC242C is 11011100, 100100, 101100 and Android of #DC242C is 4292617260 / 0xffdc242c. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #DC242C is 0.597, 0.325, 0.325 and YIQ Color Space of #DC242C is 91.928, 107.0752, 41.4056. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #DC242C is 28.93, 6.77, 4.24. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #DC242C is 47.83, 67.56, 43.62. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #DC242C is 47.83, 137.2, 27.56. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #DC242C is 47.83, 80.42, 32.85. Hunter Lab variable of #DC242C is 40.82, 62.39, 22.78.
Graphic Percentage Representation of #DC242C
RGB Percentages of #DC242C
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 #DC242C
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 #DC242C
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 #DC242C
To get 25% Saturated #DC242C Color, you need to convert the hex color #DC242C 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 #DC242C 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 #DC242C
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 #DC242C
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 #DC242C
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 #DC242C to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #DC242C to it's the darkest color.
#DC242C Hex Code Space Conversions
| RGB | rgb(220, 36, 44) |
| RGB Percent | 86%, 14%, 17% |
| RYB | 220.0, 36.0, 44.0 |
| CMYK | 0, 84, 80, 14 |
| CMY | 0, 84, 80 |
| HSL | hsl(357, 72%, 50%) |
| HSLA | hsl(357, 72%, 50%, 1.0) |
| HSV | hsv(357, 84, 86) |
| XYZ | 30.6, 16.66, 3.99 |
| Hex8 Value | #DC242CFF |
| Decimal Value | 14427180 |
| Octal Value | 67022054 |
| Binary Value | 11011100,100100,101100 |
| Android | 4292617260 / 0xffdc242c |
| HSLuv : HUSL | hsl(357, 72%, 50%) |
| xyY | 0.597, 0.325, 16.664 |
| YIQ | 91.928, 107.0752, 41.4056 |
| LMS | 28.93, 6.77, 4.24 |
| CieLAB | 47.83, 67.56, 43.62 |
| CieLUV : LCHuv | 47.83, 137.2, 27.56 |
| CieLCH : LCHab | 47.83, 80.42, 32.85 |
| Hunter Lab | 40.82, 62.39, 22.78 |
| YUV | 91.928, -23.56, 112.36 |
| YDbDr | 91.928, -72.14, -243.54 |
| YCbCr | 94.95, 104.24, 208.24 |
| YCoCg | 84.0, 132.0, -48.0 |
| YPbPr | 91.93, -27.05, 91.35 |
| Munsell Color System | 11126.84 475.93/44.11 |
#DC242C HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples
#DC242C as Background:
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<p style="background: #DC242C">…</p>#DC242C as Text Color:
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<p style="color: #DC242C">…</p>#DC242C as Text Shadow:
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<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #DC242C">…</p>#DC242C as Linear Gradient:
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<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #DC242C)">…</div>FAQ:
What is the RGB value of #DC242C?
RGB Value for #DC242C is rgb(220, 36, 44).
What is the RGB percentage of #DC242C?
RGB percentage for #DC242C is 86% Red 14% Green 17% Blue.
What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #DC242C?
CMYK Color Model of #DC242C is 0 Cyan 84 Magenta 80 Yellow 14 Black.
What is the HSL value of #DC242C?
HSL Value of #DC242C is 357°(degrees) Hue 72 Saturation 50 Lightness.
What is the HSV value of #DC242C?
HSV Value of #DC242C is 357 Hue 84 Saturation 86 Value.
What is the XYZ Color Model of #DC242C?
XYZ Color Model of #DC242C is 30.6, 16.66, 3.99.