Firebrick Color (#B22222)
Firebrick is a CSS named color defined as hex code #B22222. Firebrick is a dark, slightly muted red. Its equal, low green and blue values give it an earthy, brick-like look rather than the brightness of pure red.
Color Overview & Formats
firebrickLuminance: 0.1072| Format | Syntax / Values | Notes | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEX | #B22222 | 6-digit hex web code | |
| RGB | rgb(178, 34, 34) | Red, Green, Blue channels (0-255) | |
| HSL | hsl(0, 68%, 42%) | Hue (0°), Saturation (68%), Lightness (42%) | |
| HSV / HSB | hsv(0, 81%, 70%) | Hue, Saturation (81%), Value/Brightness (70%) | |
| CMYK | cmyk(0%, 81%, 81%, 30%) | Digital mathematical approximation (non-print) | |
| OKLCH | oklch(0.497 0.180 26.8) | Perceptually uniform color space (CSS Color 4 approximation) |
background-color: #B22222; /* or firebrick */- Select color format: Choose the desired format (HEX #B22222, RGB, or HSL).
- Copy the code: Click the copy button or press Tab+Enter to store in clipboard.
- Pair with white text: White text on Firebrick reaches 6.68:1 (WCAG AA).
What Colors Go With Firebrick?
These 6 colors all go well with Firebrick (#B22222), and each one is a standard CSS named color. The ratio is the WCAG 2.2 contrast of that color on Firebrick: at 4.5:1 or above it works for text; below that, use it for backgrounds and accents.
Harmonious Palettes & Tints
The palettes below are algorithmically generated across standard intervals based on Firebrick (HSL 0°). Each group offers full palette copy and live preview:
Complementary Harmony
Hue rotated 180 degrees on the HSL wheel (0° to 180°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Analogous Harmony
Hues 30 degrees either side (330° and 30°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Triadic Harmony
Hues spaced evenly by 120 degrees (120° and 240°), keeping the original saturation and lightness.
Tints & Shades
Mixed with white (tints) and black (shades) in sRGB at 60% and 30%.
WCAG 2.2 Text Readability & Contrast Check
Under WCAG 2.2 criteria, regular body text requires at least 4.5:1 (AA) and large text requires at least 3.0:1. The table below displays calculated contrast ratios:
| Foreground Color | Contrast Ratio | Normal Text (AA) | Large Text (AA) | Normal Text AAA (>= 7.0:1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pure Black (#000000) | 3.14:1 | Fail | Pass | Fail |
Pure White (#FFFFFF) | 6.68:1 | Pass | Pass | Fail |
Dark Charcoal (#212529) | 2.31:1 | Fail | Fail | Fail |
Mid Gray (#666666) | 1.16:1 | Fail | Fail | Fail |
Interactive Contrast Tester
Enter text foreground and background colors to verify WCAG legibility:
This is sample body text rendered directly to verify contrast and readability.
Firebrick Background Download
Download standard 1920x1080 solid desktop wallpaper or generate mobile wallpaper:
Standard Wallpaper: 1920x1080 PNG (#B22222)Download Options
All wallpaper files precisely match the W3C standard color value:
CSS Standard & Usage Notes
firebrick = #b22222 (rgb(178, 34, 34))
UI Design & Accessibility Guidelines
Use it for buttons, links and headings on light backgrounds, and for rustic, autumn and heritage palettes. On Firebrick, white text passes WCAG AA at every size (6.68:1); black text passes only for large text (3.14:1).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use black text on Firebrick?
Only for large text. Black text on Firebrick has a WCAG 2.2 contrast ratio of 3.14:1: enough for large text (3:1) but below the 4.5:1 needed for body text.
Can I use white text on Firebrick?
Yes. White text on Firebrick has a WCAG 2.2 contrast ratio of 6.68:1, which passes AA (4.5:1) for all text sizes but not the stricter AAA level (7:1) for body text.
What colors go with Firebrick?
White, Ivory, Wheat, Gold, Tan and Cadet Blue all go well with Firebrick. White (6.68:1), Ivory (6.62:1), Wheat (5.08:1) and Gold (4.76:1) have enough contrast for text on Firebrick; Tan and Cadet Blue work better as a background or accent.
Is firebrick the same as brick red?
Not exactly. Brick red is not a CSS named color, so it has no standard hex code. Firebrick (#B22222) is the CSS color closest to it.