#CF1020
Red family

Lava

Also known as: fiery · intense · dynamic · passionate · vibrant
Hex #CF1020
RGB rgb(207, 16, 32)
HSL hsl(355°, 86%, 44%)
CMYK 0 · 92 · 85 · 19
RAL RAL 2002 · Vermilion
NCS S 3040-Y90R

RAL and NCS values are nearest equivalents, not official designations.

Meaning

The psychology, symbolism and cultural history of Lava.

In many cultures, Lava symbolizes passion and vitality, often associated with strong emotions and action. While it signifies love and desire in the West, in some Indigenous cultures, it represents the raw power of nature and transformation.

The term 'lava' originates from the Italian word 'lava', which means 'stream' or 'to wash'. The color gained prominence in the late 19th century as artists began using vivid, synthetic pigments to capture the dynamic essence of volcanic landscapes in their works.

fieryintensedynamicpassionatevibrant

Similar colors

The closest colors to Lava by perceived distance.

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Shades & tints

9 variations of Lava by lightness, from dark to light.

-40% #6C0811
-30% #840A14
-20% #9D0C18
-10% #B60E1C
BASE #CF1020
+15% #D52D3B
+30% #DB4956
+50% #E06670
+70% #E6838B

Complementary

Colors that pair beautifully with Lava on the color wheel.

Palettes

Curated 5-color combinations featuring Lava.

#CF1020
#FFD700
#F5F5F5
#FF6347
#8B0000

Volcanic Eruption

Explosive Energy
#CF1020
#FF4500
#D3D3D3
#F08080
#B22222

Heat Wave

Warm Embrace
#CF1020
#FF7F50
#FFFFFF
#FFA07A
#CD5C5C

Fiery Sunset

Tropical Bliss
Venetian Red
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