Brick
Also known as: Brownish Red, Jaipur, Sugo Della Nonna, Chocolate Lust
As a rich take on red, Brick carries confident and commanding energy that suits 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.
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)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
warm
Nearest standard colors
- 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 — 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 — dividers, chart series, 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
Tints, shades, and tones of Brick
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
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
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 6.89:1
AA passAAA failAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 3.05:1
AA failAAA failAA large pass
Best text color on a Brick background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Brick
Brick with its complement
Soft neighbors of Brick
Brick triad
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.
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.
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