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Dark Red

#912608

Dark Red is a warm dark color with the hex code #912608. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 145, 38, 8 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 74%, 94%, 43% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Red Color Values

HEX
#912608
RGB
145, 38, 8
HSL
13°, 90%, 30%
CMYK
0, 74, 94, 43

About this color

Dark Red sits at 13° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 90% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, warm colors like Dark Red 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 Dark Red in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 74%, 94%, 43% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Dark Red

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #912608;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 145, 38, 8;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#912608',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 74%
Y: 94%
K: 43%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(145, 38, 8)
rgba(145, 38, 8, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #912608?
#912608 is Dark Red, a warm dark color with RGB values of 145, 38, 8. It has a hue of 13°, 90% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #912608?
The RGB color code for #912608 is rgb(145, 38, 8). This means it contains 145 red, 38 green, and 8 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Dark Red a warm or cool color?
Dark Red (#912608) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #912608 in CSS?
You can use #912608 in CSS with: background-color: #912608; or color: #912608; or as an RGB value: rgb(145, 38, 8). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 74%, 94%, 43%.