Darkred Color — #8B0000
Complete color reference for #8B0000: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#8B0000rgb(139, 0, 0)hsl(0, 100%, 27%)hsv(0, 100%, 55%)C:0% M:100% Y:100% K:45%darkred91095040.0549WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Split Complementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #8B0000?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(139, 0, 0). The red channel is 139, green is 0, and blue is 0 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #8B0000?
The HSL value is hsl(0, 100%, 27%). Hue is 0°, saturation is 100%, and lightness is 27%.
Does #8B0000 meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #8B0000 achieves a 10.01:1 contrast ratio (AAA). On a black background it achieves 2.1:1 (Fail). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #8B0000?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #8B0000 is #008A8A.