HEX Color Code #481617

#481617 occupies the very dark end of the red spectrum, offering rich visual impact without overwhelming a layout. Dive into its technical details and discover where this color works best in production.

What Color Is #481617?

#481617 corresponds to a very dark red tone when displayed on screen. Its 53% saturation keeps the color versatile enough for large UI surfaces without visual fatigue.

Color Meaning of #481617

#481617 expresses the red family's core themes of warmth, intensity, and power. Its particular depth places it in the very dark range, which audiences tend to perceive as premium, trustworthy, and established.

Where to Use HEX Code #481617

SaaS dashboard sidebar backgrounds creating a professional red-tinted workspace

Animated micro-interactions — very dark red pulses and glows feel polished on button clicks

Checkout flow progress indicators marking completed, current, and pending steps

Portfolio gallery frame borders that complement photography without competing for attention

Status page indicators — red accents for operational metrics and uptime displays

Plugin and widget chrome styling for embedded components that need to match the host palette

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HEX Code #481617 in Design Systems

Scale this red shade into a complete system: pair #481617 with its complementary hue (≈0° on the wheel) for maximum contrast, or use analogous neighbors (±30°) for softer harmonies. Build each companion color into a matching 9-step tonal ramp for full-coverage UI support.

Contrast profile: at 37/255 brightness, this shade excels as a button background, nav-bar fill, or card header. Always test the final foreground-background pair in Chrome Lighthouse or axe-core to catch contrast violations before deployment.

FAQ About HEX Color Code #481617

What color is #481617?

Visually, #481617 appears as very dark red. At HSL(359°, 53%, 18%), the hue sits in the red zone with strong saturation and very dark brightness.

Is #481617 a dark or light color?

Based on WCAG luminance weighting, #481617 scores 37/255 — classifying it as dark. It functions well as button fills, header bars, and accent blocks with light text..

What colors go well with #481617?

Try combining #481617 with shades at 179° (complementary) for bold contrast, 119° and 239° (triadic) for balanced variety, or simply lighter and darker red values for monochromatic elegance. Use our color wheel to explore these relationships visually.

Can I use #481617 for branding?

Yes, #481617 works effectively for branding. The red family communicates vitality, excitement, and boldness, and its very dark character adds distinctiveness. Pair it with comprehensive brand guidelines specifying approved backgrounds, text treatments, and co-branding rules.

How do I convert #481617 to other color formats?

#481617 equals RGB(72, 22, 23) and HSL(359°, 53%, 18%). Each format serves different purposes: HEX for CSS tokens, RGB for JavaScript manipulation, and HSL for intuitive color adjustments. Our conversion tools provide all formats with one click.