What Color isMerlot?

#82212C

What Color is Merlot

Merlot (Hex #82212C) is a vibrant, medium-toned shade of red. As a warm color, it pairs exceptionally well with contrasting cyans. Get RGB values, find matching paints, and download Merlot palettes.

What color is opposite Merlot?

The opposite color to Merlot is Pine Green (#218377).

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Additional Information

  • Color Family: Pink
  • Temperature: Warm
  • Associated Season: Autumn
  • Complementary Color: #218377
  • Brightness: 63/255
  • Saturation: 75%

Colors That Pair Well With Merlot

Complementary

Pair with Pine Green for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.

#82212C#218377

High Contrast

Use Riptide for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.

#82212C#7dded3

Harmonious Depth

Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.

#b47a80#411116

Color Variations

Tints (add white)

Solid Pink#8f374110%
Copper Rust#9b4d5620%
Coral Tree#a8646b30%
Old Rose#b47a8040%
Oriental Pink#c1909650%
Blossom#cda6ab60%
Pink Flare#dabcc070%
Oyster Pink#e6d3d580%
Soft Peach#f3e9ea90%

Tones (add grey)

Solid Pink#822b3410%
Solid Pink#82343d20%
Ruby Lips#813e4530%
Lotus#81474e40%
Ferra#81515650%
Ferra#815a5e60%
Opium#81646770%
Spicy Pink#806d6f80%
Hurricane#80777890%

Shades (add black)

Persian Plum#751e2810%
Persian Plum#681a2320%
Maroon Oak#5b171f30%
Cab Sav#4e141a40%
Aubergine#41111650%
Sepia Black#340d1260%
Kilamanjaro#270a0d70%
Diesel#1a070980%
Asphalt#0d030490%

Color Conversions

Hex
#82212C
RGB
130, 33, 44
RGB %
51%, 13%, 17%
HSL
353°, 60%, 32%
HSV
353°, 75%, 51%
CMYK
0%, 75%, 66%, 49%
LAB
29.45, 41.73, 17.92
XYZ
10.20, 6.02, 3.01

Color Blindness Simulation

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Protanopia
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CSS Snippets

Text Color (Hex)
Aa
color: #82212C;
Text Color (RGB)
Aa
color: rgb(130, 33, 44);
Background Color
background-color: #82212C;
Border
border: 3px solid #82212C;
Box Shadow
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #82212C66;
Gradient
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #82212C 0%, #ffffff 100%);
Cushion Mockup

Shop Premium Products in Merlot

Visualize and buy custom cushions made in this exact shade.

MaterialEco Velvet
Size30cm x 30cm
Color
Merlot

Made to order. Ships in 3-5 business days.

Product Details

Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.

  • Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
  • Feel: Velvety soft finish.
  • Backing: Stone coloured back (or double-sided print).
  • Print: Edge-to-edge vibrant color using water-based inks.
  • Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
  • Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials

We believe in sustainable style. Our cushions are crafted with the planet in mind.

  • Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
  • Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
  • Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
  • Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.

What Goes With Merlot?

Explore color palettes containing Merlot and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.

Analogous

Disco
Merlot
Russet

Complementary

Merlot
Pine Green

Split-complementary

Merlot
Salem
Orient

Triadic

Merlot
Bilbao
Catalina Blue

Tetradic

Merlot
Olive Drab
Pine Green
Meteorite

Monochromatic

Registration black
Sepia Black
Merlot
Brick Red
Sea Pink

Accessibility

Contrast with Black and White

Contrast with Black

UI Examples

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Contrast Ratio

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UI Examples

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Merlot?
The hex code for Merlot is #82212C. The RGB values are (130, 33, 44). You can find more formats like CMYK and LAB in the Color Conversions section.
What colors go with Merlot?
Merlot pairs well with its complementary color, Pine Green (#218377). It also works great with analogous colors (neighbors on the wheel) and triadic combinations. See our recommended pairings for more ideas.
Is Merlot accessible for text?
No, Merlot is not readable on white backgrounds. It is not readable on black backgrounds. For detailed contrast ratios and WCAG scores, check the accessibility section.
How do I use Merlot in CSS?

You can use Merlot in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:

.merlot {
  background-color: #82212C;
  color: #FFFFFF;
}

For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.

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