Brick
Also known as: Brownish Red , Jaipur , Sugo Della Nonna , Edocha
A lively red with a confident and commanding character, Brick works well for sale banners and sportswear. Its complement lands in cyan territory, which makes for striking two-color pairings. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 6.89:1.
Reference
Brick color codes
- HEX
- #A03623
- RGB
- rgb(160, 54, 35)
- RGBA
- rgba(160, 54, 35, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(9, 64%, 38%)
- HSV
- hsv(9, 78%, 63%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 66%, 78%, 37%)
- LAB
- lab(38.8 43.9 36.2)
- OKLCH
- oklch(48.4% 0.144 32.4)
Analysis
Color intelligence
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Gamut
The full range of colors a device or space can show. sRGB is the common screen gamut; Display P3 is wider. A color outside a gamut cannot be shown accurately there and must be mapped inward.Full glossary entry →Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
Undertone
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warm
Nearest standard colors
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →- CSS: firebrick #B22222 · ΔE 4.7
- RAL 3000: Flame red #AB2524 · ΔE 4.3 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck. Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Brick works
- Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land: a front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
- Branding: Commands attention in logos and packaging; balance it with generous neutral space.
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively for dividers, chart series, and illustration accents, and let neutrals carry the type.
- Branding: Best in a brand's supporting palette: packaging interiors, patterns, campaign accents.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Brick
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Harmonies
Color harmonies
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →Palettes built from Brick by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast & accessibility
Aa on white
contrast 6.89:1
AA pass AAA fail AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 3.05:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large pass
Best text color on a Brick background: #ffffff
Palettes
Palettes featuring Brick
Brick with its complement
Soft neighbors of Brick
Brick triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Ketchup #9A382D · ΔE 3.1
- Tabasco #A02712 · ΔE 3.1
- Joyous Red #AE2719 · ΔE 3.3
- Fire #8F3F2A · ΔE 4.1
- Choco Chic #993311 · ΔE 4.3
- Smouldering #B6321E · ΔE 4.3
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Brick is closest to Waterworld .
FAQ
Brick FAQs
What color is Brick?
Brick is a dark red with the hex code #A03623. In HSL terms it has a hue of 9°, 64% saturation, and 38% lightness.
What is the hex code for Brick?
The hex code for Brick is #A03623. In RGB it's rgb(160, 54, 35), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 66%, 78%, 37%).
What colors go well with Brick?
Brick pairs naturally with cyan tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
Planning around this color? See everything that goes with Brick : 10 computed pairings with palettes.
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