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Complementary means first and foremost complementary. With color tones there is always a direct complementary color that is exactly opposite to the other.

With this color tone RGB 238 53 38 it is the complementary color RGB 17 202 217. Both colors form the strongest contrast to each other and are especially recommended for use in direct connection with each other.

If you display a text with its complementary color on a background with the displayed color, you will get a representation that is pleasant to the eyes and clearly too indistinguishable from each other. However, this is especially true for white, black and gray tones. With these, the contrasting colors are particularly natural, pleasant and common for our eyes.

Exposures are based on the same hue and represent lighter versions of the current color RGB 238 53 38. Besides the border colors white and black, almost all colors have lighter versions that can be used optimally in web design

The following lighter shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 243 53 33, RGB 255 71 52, RGB 255 89 71, RGB 255 107 90 and RGB 255 125 109

You can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or to generate other color gradations like gradients.

Shades are based on the same hue and represent a darker version of the current color RGB 238 53 38. In addition to the border colors white and black, almost all colors have shades that can be used optimally in web design.

The following darker shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 238 53 38, RGB 221 35 19, RGB 204 17 0, RGB 187 0 0 and RGB 170 0 0

Among other things, you can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or generate other color gradations.

Warmer colors are created when the hue is shifted towards red, orange and yellow. These colors convey warmth, energy and an inviting atmosphere.

The following warmer shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 237 53 38 and RGB 237 38 38

They are stimulating and dynamic and are often used to attract attention or create a friendly and lively mood. An example of this transition is a shift from a cool blue through purple to red and orange.

Colder colors are created by shifting the hue towards green, blue and violet.

The following colder shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 237 53 38, RGB 237 107 38, RGB 237 160 38, RGB 237 214 38 and RGB 207 237 38

These colors have a cool, calming effect and create distance. They are often used to convey a sense of calm, freshness and stability. A classic example of this color range is a gradient from yellow to green to a deep blue or violet, reminiscent of water and sky.

Richer colors are created by increasing the saturation, which makes the colors appear more intense, brighter and stronger. A color with high saturation is more eye-catching and appears more vibrant and powerful. This effect can be used to emphasize important elements or to create a vibrant design.

The RGB 238 53 38 shade matches the following richer shades: RGB 237 53 38

An example is the development from a pale pink to a strong and bright red.

Less saturated colors are created by reducing the saturation, which makes the colors more muted, subtle and pastel-like. As the saturation is reduced further, they become closer and closer to a shade of gray. These colors appear calmer and more elegant and are suitable for a restrained and harmonious design.

The following paler shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 237 53 38, RGB 218 69 57, RGB 199 85 76, RGB 180 101 95 and RGB 161 117 114

An example is the change of a strong blue to a subdued grey-blue or almost neutral shade.

The analog color scheme uses colors that are directly adjacent to each other in the color wheel. They usually fit together well and result in a calm and comfortable design.

The following analogous shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 237 38 131, RGB 237 38 78, RGB 237 51 38, RGB 237 104 38 and RGB 237 158 38

Analog color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and pleasant to the eye. It is important that they have enough contrast. Choose one color to dominate and a second to support. The third color is used (together with black, white or grey) as an accent

The monochromatic color scheme uses colors that are on the same wavelength. They usually fit together very well and result in a pleasant and evenly colored design.

The following monochrome shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 178 27 14, RGB 217 32 18, RGB 237 53 38, RGB 240 88 76 and RGB 244 124 114

Monochromatic color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and calm to the eye

The partial complementary color scheme is a variation of the complementary color scheme. In addition to the base color, the two colors adjacent to the complement are used.

The following split-complementary shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 238 53 38, RGB 184 237 38 and RGB 38 104 237

This color scheme has the same strong visual contrast as the complementary color scheme, but is not as contrasting as the direct complementary color. The partial complementary color scheme is a good choice for designs. These colors usually complement each other very well.

A triadic color scheme uses colors evenly spaced around the color wheel. Triadic color harmonies are usually quite vivid, even if pale or unsaturated colors are used.

The following triaden shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 238 53 38, RGB 38 237 51 and RGB 51 38 237

The colors should be well chosen to achieve triadic harmony. Let one color dominate and use the other two as accent colors.

The rectangular or tetradish color scheme uses four colors arranged in two complementary pairs. This rich color scheme offers many variation possibilities.

The following tetraden shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 238 53 38, RGB 184 237 38, RGB 38 224 237 and RGB 91 38 237

It works best if you let one of these colors dominate. You should also pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design

The square color scheme is similar to the rectangular color scheme, with all four colors evenly distributed around the color circle. The square color scheme works best when one color dominates.

The following squaren shades match the RGB 238 53 38 shade: RGB 238 53 38, RGB 124 237 38, RGB 38 224 237 and RGB 151 38 237

Again, pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design.

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Primary color

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #EE3526

RGB 238 53 38

HSL 4.5, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.8, 68.15, 52.6

 

Complementary color

CMYK 92 / 7 / 0 / 15

HEX #11CAD9

RGB 17 202 217

HSL 184.5, 0.85%, 0.46%

LAB 74.43, -35.26, -19.14

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 86 / 5

HEX #F33521

RGB 243 53 33

HSL 5.71, 0.9%, 0.54%

LAB 53.72, 69.47, 56.01

 

CMYK 0 / 72 / 80 / 0

HEX #FF4734

RGB 255 71 52

HSL 5.62, 1%, 0.6%

LAB 58.05, 67.94, 51.8

 

CMYK 0 / 65 / 72 / 0

HEX #FF5947

RGB 255 89 71

HSL 5.87, 1%, 0.64%

LAB 60.66, 62, 44.69

 

CMYK 0 / 58 / 65 / 0

HEX #FF6B5A

RGB 255 107 90

HSL 6.18, 1%, 0.68%

LAB 63.77, 55.3, 38.04

 

CMYK 0 / 51 / 57 / 0

HEX #FF7D6D

RGB 255 125 109

HSL 6.58, 1%, 0.71%

LAB 67.3, 48.13, 32.04

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #EE3526

RGB 238 53 38

HSL 4.5, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.8, 68.15, 52.6

 

CMYK 0 / 84 / 91 / 13

HEX #DD2313

RGB 221 35 19

HSL 4.75, 0.84%, 0.47%

LAB 47.78, 67.54, 55.37

 

CMYK 0 / 92 / 100 / 20

HEX #CC1100

RGB 204 17 0

HSL 5, 1%, 0.4%

LAB 43.12, 65.97, 57.03

 

CMYK 0 / 100 / 100 / 27

HEX #BB0000

RGB 187 0 0

HSL 0, 1%, 0.37%

LAB 38.84, 63.45, 53.24

 

CMYK 0 / 100 / 100 / 33

HEX #AA0000

RGB 170 0 0

HSL 0, 1%, 0.33%

LAB 35.1, 59.12, 49.41

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED3526

RGB 237 53 38

HSL 4.52, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.61, 67.86, 52.36

 

CMYK 0 / 84 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED2626

RGB 237 38 38

HSL 0, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 51.3, 71.56, 51.21

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED3526

RGB 237 53 38

HSL 4.52, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.61, 67.86, 52.36

 

CMYK 0 / 55 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED6B26

RGB 237 107 38

HSL 20.8, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 60.48, 46.69, 59.16

 

CMYK 0 / 32 / 84 / 7

HEX #EDA026

RGB 237 160 38

HSL 36.78, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 71.75, 19.52, 68.7

 

CMYK 0 / 10 / 84 / 7

HEX #EDD626

RGB 237 214 38

HSL 53.07, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 85.12, -8.56, 79.82

 

CMYK 13 / 0 / 84 / 7

HEX #CFED26

RGB 207 237 38

HSL 69.05, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 88.91, -32.12, 82.04

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED3526

RGB 237 53 38

HSL 4.52, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.61, 67.86, 52.36

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED3526

RGB 237 53 38

HSL 4.52, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.61, 67.86, 52.36

 

CMYK 0 / 68 / 74 / 15

HEX #DA4539

RGB 218 69 57

HSL 4.47, 0.69%, 0.54%

LAB 51.22, 57.31, 39.99

 

CMYK 0 / 57 / 62 / 22

HEX #C7554C

RGB 199 85 76

HSL 4.39, 0.52%, 0.54%

LAB 50.87, 44.86, 28

 

CMYK 0 / 44 / 47 / 29

HEX #B4655F

RGB 180 101 95

HSL 4.24, 0.36%, 0.54%

LAB 51.65, 31.05, 17.39

 

CMYK 0 / 27 / 29 / 37

HEX #A17572

RGB 161 117 114

HSL 3.83, 0.2%, 0.54%

LAB 53.51, 16.85, 8.47

 

CMYK 0 / 84 / 45 / 7

HEX #ED2683

RGB 237 38 131

HSL 331.96, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.98, 76.47, -0.93

 

CMYK 0 / 84 / 67 / 7

HEX #ED264E

RGB 237 38 78

HSL 347.94, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 51.77, 72.95, 29.38

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED3326

RGB 237 51 38

HSL 3.92, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.41, 68.42, 52.19

 

CMYK 0 / 56 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED6826

RGB 237 104 38

HSL 19.9, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 59.93, 48.11, 58.69

 

CMYK 0 / 33 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED9E26

RGB 237 158 38

HSL 36.18, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 71.28, 20.58, 68.31

 

CMYK 0 / 85 / 92 / 30

HEX #B21B0E

RGB 178 27 14

HSL 4.76, 0.85%, 0.38%

LAB 38.34, 57.26, 46.76

 

CMYK 0 / 85 / 92 / 15

HEX #D92012

RGB 217 32 18

HSL 4.22, 0.85%, 0.46%

LAB 46.75, 67.07, 54.67

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #ED3526

RGB 237 53 38

HSL 4.52, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.61, 67.86, 52.36

 

CMYK 0 / 63 / 68 / 6

HEX #F0584C

RGB 240 88 76

HSL 4.39, 0.85%, 0.62%

LAB 58.06, 57.72, 38.33

 

CMYK 0 / 49 / 53 / 4

HEX #F47C72

RGB 244 124 114

HSL 4.62, 0.86%, 0.7%

LAB 65.64, 45.03, 26.8

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #EE3526

RGB 238 53 38

HSL 4.5, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.8, 68.15, 52.6

 

CMYK 22 / 0 / 84 / 7

HEX #B8ED26

RGB 184 237 38

HSL 75.98, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 87.44, -41.14, 80.2

 

CMYK 84 / 56 / 0 / 7

HEX #2668ED

RGB 38 104 237

HSL 220.1, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 47.53, 28.61, -72.56

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #EE3526

RGB 238 53 38

HSL 4.5, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.8, 68.15, 52.6

 

CMYK 84 / 0 / 78 / 7

HEX #26ED33

RGB 38 237 51

HSL 123.92, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 82.5, -77.88, 70.64

 

CMYK 78 / 84 / 0 / 7

HEX #3326ED

RGB 51 38 237

HSL 243.92, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 34.41, 66.34, -94.16

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #EE3526

RGB 238 53 38

HSL 4.5, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.8, 68.15, 52.6

 

CMYK 22 / 0 / 84 / 7

HEX #B8ED26

RGB 184 237 38

HSL 75.98, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 87.44, -41.14, 80.2

 

CMYK 84 / 5 / 0 / 7

HEX #26E0ED

RGB 38 224 237

HSL 183.92, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 81.75, -38.27, -18.76

 

CMYK 62 / 84 / 0 / 7

HEX #5B26ED

RGB 91 38 237

HSL 255.98, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 37.34, 68.91, -89.19

 

CMYK 0 / 78 / 84 / 7

HEX #EE3526

RGB 238 53 38

HSL 4.5, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 52.8, 68.15, 52.6

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 84 / 7

HEX #7CED26

RGB 124 237 38

HSL 94.07, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 84.48, -61.73, 76.49

 

CMYK 84 / 5 / 0 / 7

HEX #26E0ED

RGB 38 224 237

HSL 183.92, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 81.75, -38.27, -18.76

 

CMYK 36 / 84 / 0 / 7

HEX #9726ED

RGB 151 38 237

HSL 274.07, 0.85%, 0.54%

LAB 44.35, 75.49, -77.41

 

Description

Color code: RGB 238 53 38 | qconv.com Color code: RGB 238 53 38 | qconv.com - big

Red clearly dominates: The red value is significantly higher than green and blue. Dark color: low color values appear darker.

The breakdown of the color into the RGB color system: of 255 maximum color components, 238 red, 53 green and 38 blue.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the illustration you can see how the color is composed of the three components: red (top),green (bottom right) and blue (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
238 53 38 R G B
In the CMYK color system the color is composed as follows: In this color tone, out of 100 maximum color components, none cyan, 78 magenta, 84 yellow and 7 key.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the diagram you can see how the color is composed of the four components cyan (top left),magenta (top right),yellow (bottom right) and black or key (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
0% 78% 84% 7% C M Y K



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