A complete guide to the color Cardinal Red

Cardinal Red is a mid-tone warm red tone (#C41E3A) suited to furniture catalogs, interior styling, and lifestyle photography. Explore conversions, similar swatches, and palette combinations below.

Cardinal Red
#C41E3A

What color is cardinal red?

Cardinal Red is defined by hex #C41E3A, RGB (196, 30, 58), and HSL (350°, 73% saturation, 44% lightness). Designers use these values to match fabrics, finishes, and digital renders across studio shoots and e-commerce assets.

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Harmonious pairings

Cardinal Red

#C41E3A

Winter

#E5EBEA

Cardinal Red

#C41E3A

Agave

#627E7A

Cardinal Red

#C41E3A

Pastel

#F4F7F6

Cardinal Red

#C41E3A

Juniper

#5B7C7D

Clashing hues

Cardinal Red

#C41E3A

Dark Teal

#004D40

Cardinal Red

#C41E3A

Winter

#E5EBEA

Cardinal Red

#C41E3A

Scarab

#2A4B45

Cardinal Red

#C41E3A

Agave

#627E7A

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about hex codes, pairings, and catalog use.

What is the hex code for Cardinal Red?
The hex code for Cardinal Red is #C41E3A.
What are the RGB values for Cardinal Red?
Cardinal Red in RGB is 196, 30, 58.
What colors go well with Cardinal Red?
Harmonious pairings for Cardinal Red include Winter, Agave, Pastel, Juniper. Use these accents for upholstery, decor, and catalog styling.
How is Cardinal Red used in furniture and product photography?
Cardinal Red works well for backgrounds, accent props, and brand-consistent catalog shots. Match swatches to real materials and use similar colors for cohesive lifestyle scenes.