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Firebrick vs Wine: What's the Difference?

The main difference between Firebrick and Wine is brightness and saturation: both are red shades, but Firebrick is lighter and Firebrick is more saturated. Firebrick (#B22222) has an HSL of 0°, 68%, 42%, whereas Wine (#722F37) sits at 353°, 42%, 32%.

Firebrick#B22222
Wine#722F37
#B22222Blended: #92292D#722F37
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Firebrick vs Wine: Key Differences at a Glance

Aspect Firebrick Wine
BrightnessMedium (L=42%) — balanced, versatileDark (L=32%) — rich, serious, substantial
SaturationModerately saturated (S=68%) — balanced in intensityModerately saturated (S=42%) — balanced in intensity
Hue familyRedRed
TemperatureWarmWarm
Hex code#B22222#722F37
RGB178, 34, 34114, 47, 55

Can you use Firebrick and Wine together?

Wine text on Firebrick
Firebrick text on Wine
Contrast Ratio:1.44:1Insufficient Contrast

How to Tell Firebrick and Wine Apart

  • ●Look at lightness first: Firebrick is noticeably lighter.
  • ●Check saturation: Firebrick looks more vivid and saturated.
  • ●Compare them on a white background to see true saturation, and on black to see true lightness.

Firebrick or Wine: Which to Use and Where

Four real design scenarios, with the recommended pick based on hue, saturation, and WCAG contrast.

◆Branding & logos
PickFirebrick

Firebrick is more saturated (68% HSL vs 42%) so it reads as bolder and more memorable at logo scale, while Wine can feel washed out when printed small.

▢Web UI & body text backgrounds
PickWine

Wine hits a 9.65:1 WCAG contrast against white — safer for text-heavy interfaces — where Firebrick only reaches 6.68:1 and risks failing AA at small body sizes.

⬡Fashion & apparel
PickFirebrick

Firebrick is a warm tone that flatters spring/summer collections and warmer skin undertones, while Wine leans warmer and is better suited to autumn/winter layering.

▣Interior design & walls
PickWine

Wine is the more muted of the two (42% saturation) and sits more calmly on large wall surfaces, while Firebrick's higher chroma can overwhelm a room when used beyond accent pieces.

When to Use Firebrick vs Wine in Design

Use Firebrick for:
●Alerts, errors, stop states
●Sale & promotion banners
●Food and beverage packaging
●Sports and energy branding
●Romantic & bold fashion
Use Wine for:
●Alerts, errors, stop states
●Sale & promotion banners
●Food and beverage packaging
●Sports and energy branding
●Romantic & bold fashion

Firebrick and Wine Hex Codes, RGB & HSL

Firebrick#B22222

Firebrick (#B22222) is a medium, moderately saturated red with a warm undertone — it feels balanced, versatile and balanced in intensity.

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Wine#722F37

Wine (#722F37) is a dark, moderately saturated red with a warm undertone — it feels rich, serious, substantial and balanced in intensity.

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Firebrick and Wine WCAG Contrast Ratios

Text legibility depends on the contrast ratio between foreground and background. WCAG 2.1 AA requires at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text; AAA requires 7:1. Use these numbers to choose accessible combinations for your design.

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Firebrick text on white
6.68:1AA
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Firebrick text on black
3.14:1AA Large
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Wine text on white
9.65:1AAA
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Wine text on black
2.18:1Fail
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Firebrick text on Wine
1.44:1Fail
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Wine text on Firebrick
1.44:1Fail

Explore Firebrick and Wine individually

Each color has a dedicated page with shades, tints, CSS name, pairings, and color psychology.

Firebrick color page#B22222 · shades, tints, pairingsWine color page#722F37 · shades, tints, pairings

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Firebrick vs Wine FAQ

What is the difference between firebrick and wine?+
The main difference between Firebrick and Wine is brightness and saturation: both are red shades, but Firebrick is lighter and Firebrick is more saturated. Firebrick (#B22222) has an HSL of 0°, 68%, 42%, whereas Wine (#722F37) sits at 353°, 42%, 32%.
Is firebrick darker than wine?+
No. Wine is the darker of the two at 32% lightness, while Firebrick sits higher at 42%.
Are firebrick and wine the same color?+
No. Firebrick is #B22222 and Wine is #722F37. They differ by 7° in hue, 10% in lightness, and 26% in saturation.
Which is more saturated, firebrick or wine?+
Firebrick is more saturated. In HSL, Firebrick has 68% saturation and Wine has 42% — Firebrick is the more vivid of the two, while Wine reads as more muted.
Is firebrick warm or cool?+
Firebrick (#B22222) is a warm red. Its hue sits at 0° on the color wheel, which places it in the warm range.
Is wine warm or cool?+
Wine (#722F37) is a warm red. Its hue sits at 353° on the color wheel, which places it in the warm range.
Can you use firebrick and wine together?+
Yes. Both firebrick and wine are red shades, so they pair naturally in a monochromatic palette. Use wine as the dominant color and firebrick as the accent or highlight.
What color family does firebrick belong to?+
Firebrick belongs to the red family. Its HSL is 0°, 68%, 42% — a warm tone within the broader red group.
What is the hex code for firebrick?+
The hex code for Firebrick is #B22222. In RGB, that's rgb(178, 34, 34), and in HSL it's hsl(0, 68%, 42%).
What is the hex code for wine?+
The hex code for Wine is #722F37. In RGB, that's rgb(114, 47, 55), and in HSL it's hsl(353, 42%, 32%).