Maroon Color Code: HEX Code & RGB Code Values

Looking for specific maroon color code? Get exact maroon hex code #800000 and maroon RGB code rgb(128,0,0). Complete color information for design and development projects featuring this deep, brownish-red color.

HEX#800000

RGBrgb(128,0,0)

Shades of Maroon

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Shades (Adding Black)

• 800000

  rgb(128, 0, 0)
• 6B0901

  rgb(107, 9, 1)
• 560E02

  rgb(86, 14, 2)
• 430F02

  rgb(67, 15, 2)
• 300E01

  rgb(48, 14, 1)
• 1E0900

  rgb(30, 9, 0)
• 000000

  rgb(0, 0, 0)

Tints (Adding White)

• 800000

  rgb(128, 0, 0)
• 9B3928

  rgb(155, 57, 40)
• B4604E

  rgb(180, 96, 78)
• CB8777

  rgb(203, 135, 119)
• DFAEA3

  rgb(223, 174, 163)
• F0D6D0

  rgb(240, 214, 208)
• FFFFFF

  rgb(255, 255, 255)

Tones (Adding Gray)

• 800000

  rgb(128, 0, 0)
• 7A130A

  rgb(122, 19, 10)
• 712014

  rgb(113, 32, 20)
• 67291D

  rgb(103, 41, 29)
• 5C3127

  rgb(92, 49, 39)
• 4E3732

  rgb(78, 55, 50)
• 808080

  rgb(128, 128, 128)

Maroon Palette

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Sequential

Single hue gradient for data visualization

7 colors

Lightest

#FF474A

Light

#D33132

Medium Light

#A91B1A

Medium

#800000

Medium Dark

#5B0A02

Dark

#390B01

Darkest

#1A0000

Diverging

Dual hue gradient with a neutral midpoint

9 colors

Base End

#800000

Left Dark

#A54B39

Left Medium

#C68273

Left Light

#E0BBB2

Neutral

#F5F5F5

Right Light

#C2D7D6

Right Medium

#8FBAB9

Right Dark

#599D9C

Complementary End

#008080

Monochromatic

Same hue, different brightness/saturation

5 colors

Lightest

#FFFFFF

Light

#CB8777

Medium

#800000

Dark

#5C0000

Darkest

#000000

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

5 colors

Left Adjacent 2

#800080

Left Adjacent 1

#800040

Main

#800000

Right Adjacent 1

#804000

Right Adjacent 2

#808000

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

2 colors

Main

#800000

Complementary

#008080

Triadic

Evenly spaced around the color wheel (120° apart)

3 colors

Main

#800000

Secondary

#008000

Tertiary

#000080

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

4 colors

Main

#800000

Right 90°

#408000

Complementary

#008080

Left 90°

#400080

Tetradic

Two pairs of complementary colors

4 colors

Main

#800000

Secondary

#808000

Complementary

#008080

Complementary Secondary

#000080

Split Complementary

Complementary colors ±30°

3 colors

Main

#800000

Split Left

#008040

Split Right

#004080

Cyclic

Circular gradient for periodic data

8 colors

0°

#800000

45°

#806000

90°

#408000

135°

#008020

180°

#008080

225°

#002080

270°

#400080

315°

#800060

Pastel

Soft, desaturated colors for modern UI

6 colors

Light Pastel

#C99C9C

Pastel 1

#D1A9A9

Pastel 2

#D8B6B6

Pastel 3

#DFC3C3

Pastel 4

#E6D1D1

Deep Pastel

#EDDEDE

Common Red Color Codes (HEX & RGB)

Red →

HEX:#FF0000

RGB:rgb(255, 0, 0)

Dark Red →

HEX:#8B0000

RGB:rgb(139, 0, 0)

Blood Red →

HEX:#880808

RGB:rgb(136,8,8)

Maroon →

HEX:#800000

RGB:rgb(128, 0, 0)

Burgundy →

HEX:#800020

RGB:rgb(128, 0, 32)

Crimson →

HEX:#DC143C

RGB:rgb(220, 20, 60)

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• HEX:
  #800000
• RGB:
  rgb(128, 0, 0)
• CMYK:
  cmyk(0%, 100%, 100%, 50%)
• HSV:
  hsv(0°, 100%, 50%)
• HSL:
  hsl(0°, 100%, 25%)

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What is Maroon?

Maroon is a deep, dark brownish-red — one of the most grounded and earthy shades in the red family. The word "maroon" comes from the French marron, meaning "chestnut," which perfectly captures the color's warm, nut-brown undertone. Unlike the fiery energy of scarlet or the regal coolness of burgundy, maroon feels natural, stable, and quietly authoritative.

In digital terms, maroon is defined by the hex code #800000 or rgb(128, 0, 0) — exactly half the intensity of full red in each channel, with zero green and zero blue. This simplicity gives maroon its unique character: it reads as a red that has been tempered, darkened, and made more serious. Its CMYK equivalent leans heavily on magenta and yellow with a substantial black component, producing a rich, earthy print color.

Maroon vs Similar Colors

Maroon lives in the deep red zone but stands apart from its neighbors:

Color	HEX Code	Key Difference
Maroon	#800000	Dark brownish-red, warm and earthy
Burgundy	#800020	Cool wine-red with purple undertone
Chestnut	#954535	Medium reddish-brown, much warmer
Chocolate	#7B3F00	Deep brown with only a hint of red
Cordovan	#893F45	Rosy-brown, more pink-leaning

Maroon is warmer and earthier than burgundy — where burgundy leans purple, maroon leans brown. Compared to chestnut, maroon retains more red presence, making it feel like a true red variant rather than a brown.

Color Psychology and Meaning

Maroon's dark, earthy quality gives it a psychological profile distinct from brighter reds. It conveys stability and depth rather than urgency or excitement:

• Institutional trust: Maroon is widely used by universities, banks, and government bodies — it suggests tradition, reliability, and established credibility
• Warmth and comfort: The brown undertone evokes natural materials like wood, leather, and soil, making maroon feel grounded and reassuring
• Quiet authority: Unlike scarlet's demand for attention, maroon commands respect through restraint and maturity
• Autumnal richness: Maroon is strongly associated with fall — harvest themes, warm gatherings, and seasonal coziness

For brands, maroon is the choice when you want to convey experience, trustworthiness, and a connection to tradition without appearing old-fashioned.

Using Maroon in Design

Maroon's depth opens specific creative doors:

Web and UI Design: Maroon excels as a primary brand color for educational institutions, nonprofits, and financial services. It creates warm, professional headers and subtle dividers. Its high contrast against white makes it readable as body text at larger sizes, though smaller text benefits from slightly lighter maroon variants.

Graphic and Print Design: Maroon dominates university merchandise, diploma designs, and institutional branding. It pairs naturally with gold or cream for certificates, letterhead, and official documents. In editorial design, maroon creates sophisticated pull quotes and chapter headings.

Fashion and Interior Design: A classic autumn color, maroon appears in wool sweaters, leather boots, and felt hats. In interiors, maroon works beautifully in area rugs, throw pillows, and painted accent furniture — especially in spaces with lots of natural wood and warm lighting.

Brand Identity: Texas A&M University, the University of Chicago, and the Arizona Cardinals (NFL) all own maroon as a core brand color, leveraging its balance of energy and tradition.

Color Harmony and Combinations

Maroon's warm, earthy nature pairs beautifully with:

• Monochromatic: Lighter maroon, rust, and terra-cotta create warm depth
• Complementary: Muted teal or forest green offers refined contrast
• Analogous: Rust, auburn, and chocolate blend into a rich autumnal palette
• Split-complementary: Teal and sage green add freshness without clashing
• Neutral anchoring: Cream, tan, gold, and warm grey let maroon be the star

For accessibility, maroon (#800000) on white achieves approximately 8.6:1 contrast — excellent for text readability at any size.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maroon hex code?

The standard maroon hex code is #800000. This deep brownish-red is used across design platforms, CSS, and institutional branding.

What colors go well with maroon?

Maroon pairs well with gold, cream, beige, forest green, navy blue, and charcoal. For a warmer palette, combine maroon with rust, tan, and mustard.

Is maroon the same as burgundy?

No. Maroon (#800000) is a brownish-red, while burgundy (#800020) is a purplish-red. Maroon feels warmer and earthier; burgundy feels cooler and more wine-like.

Are maroon and brown the same?

No. Maroon is a dark red with brown undertones, while true brown contains no red dominance. Maroon is distinctly redder than brown shades like chestnut or chocolate.

What are the RGB values for maroon?

The maroon RGB code is rgb(128, 0, 0) — exactly half intensity red, with zero green and blue.

What is maroon's CMYK value?

The maroon CMYK value is approximately C:0, M:100, Y:100, K:50, with heavy magenta, yellow, and black ink producing its characteristic earthiness in print.