Firebrick Color — #B22222
Complete color reference for #B22222: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#B22222rgb(178, 34, 34)hsl(0, 68%, 42%)hsv(0, 81%, 70%)C:0% M:81% Y:81% K:30%firebrick116741460.1072WCAG 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 #B22222?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(178, 34, 34). The red channel is 178, green is 34, and blue is 34 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #B22222?
The HSL value is hsl(0, 68%, 42%). Hue is 0°, saturation is 68%, and lightness is 42%.
Does #B22222 meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #B22222 achieves a 6.68:1 contrast ratio (AA). On a black background it achieves 3.14:1 (AA Large). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #B22222?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #B22222 is #22B4B4.