Maroon

Q: How do I use #8C130D in CSS?

You can use #8C130D in CSS with: background-color: #8C130D; or color: #8C130D; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 19, 13). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 86%, 91%, 45%.

#8C130D

Maroon is a warm dark color with the hex code #8C130D. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 140, 19, 13 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 86%, 91%, 45% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Maroon Color Values

HEX: #8C130D
RGB: 140, 19, 13
HSL: 3°, 83%, 30%
CMYK: 0, 86, 91, 45

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Maroon sits at 3° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 83% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, warm colors like Maroon work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Maroon in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 86%, 91%, 45% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Maroon

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8C130D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 140, 19, 13;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8C130D',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 86%
Y: 91%
K: 45%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(140, 19, 13)
rgba(140, 19, 13, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

12 brand s with colors near 3° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8C130D?

#8C130D is Maroon, a warm dark color with RGB values of 140, 19, 13. It has a hue of 3°, 83% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #8C130D?

The RGB color code for #8C130D is rgb(140, 19, 13). This means it contains 140 red, 19 green, and 13 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Maroon a warm or cool color?

Maroon (#8C130D) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #8C130D in CSS?

You can use #8C130D in CSS with: background-color: #8C130D; or color: #8C130D; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 19, 13). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 86%, 91%, 45%.