Firebrick

Q: How do I use #AE1E2E in CSS?

You can use #AE1E2E in CSS with: background-color: #AE1E2E; or color: #AE1E2E; or as an RGB value: rgb(174, 30, 46). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 83%, 74%, 32%.

#AE1E2E

Firebrick is a warm medium color with the hex code #AE1E2E. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 174, 30, 46 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 83%, 74%, 32% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Firebrick Color Values

HEX: #AE1E2E
RGB: 174, 30, 46
HSL: 353°, 71%, 40%
CMYK: 0, 83, 74, 32

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Firebrick sits at 353° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 71% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Firebrick work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Firebrick in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 83%, 74%, 32% 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 Firebrick

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #AE1E2E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 174, 30, 46;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#AE1E2E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 83%
Y: 74%
K: 32%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(174, 30, 46)
rgba(174, 30, 46, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

10 brand s with colors near 353° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #AE1E2E?

#AE1E2E is Firebrick, a warm medium color with RGB values of 174, 30, 46. It has a hue of 353°, 71% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #AE1E2E?

The RGB color code for #AE1E2E is rgb(174, 30, 46). This means it contains 174 red, 30 green, and 46 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Firebrick a warm or cool color?

Firebrick (#AE1E2E) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #AE1E2E in CSS?

You can use #AE1E2E in CSS with: background-color: #AE1E2E; or color: #AE1E2E; or as an RGB value: rgb(174, 30, 46). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 83%, 74%, 32%.