Neon is a bright, often artificially produced hue that creates a strong visual impact. These colours, such as neon green, neon yellow, neon orange and neon pink, are highly saturated and have a luminous effect that makes them easily visible from a distance. Neon colours are often associated with fluorescent paints and materials that glow even more intensely when exposed to UV light. These colours first became popular in fashion and pop culture in the 1980s.
Neon colours are often used in the advertising industry because they attract the eye and can increase the effectiveness of attention. They also play an important role in safety equipment, such as warning vests and signs, because they help to increase visibility. In recent years, neon colours have made a comeback in fashion and interior design, where they provide a modern and bold effect. All in all, neon colours offer a unique and eye-catching visual experience with their energetic and striking appearance.
Neon colour RGB and HEX colour codes
The neon Green colour code in RGB: (57, 255, 20) and in HEX: #39FF14.
| Colour scheme | Code/Weights |
|---|---|
| Hex |
#39FF14 |
| RGB |
rgb(57, 255, 20) |
| HSL |
hsl(111, 100%, 54%) |
| HSV/HSB |
hsv(111, 92%, 100%) |
| CMYK |
cmyk(78, 0, 92, 0) |
| Contrasting colour |
#FF4139 |
| Complementary colour |
#00BBFF |
Neon dark and light shades
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Dark shades
Light shades
Neon colour complementary colour palettes
Neon colours are bright, luminous hues often used in modern designs and eye-catching graphics. The following colour palettes will help you combine neon colours effectively for different styles.
Complementary palette
Analogue palette
Monochrome palette
Triad palette
Tetrade palette
Split complementary palette
Neutral palette
What is the colour of neon?
The neon colour is a bright, vibrant and often fluorescent shade that is very striking and often used to attract attention. Common neon colours include neon green, neon yellow, neon orange and neon pink.
What is the colour of neon?
The colour of neon depends mainly on the gas or mixture in the neon tube and the ionisation energy of the gas. Different gases or gas mixtures emit different colours when ionised by an electric current. For example, pure neon gas produces a bright orange-red colour, while other gases such as xenon, helium, argon and krypton produce different colours such as blue, green, yellow and purple. The use of coloured phosphor coatings can also affect the colour of neon, allowing further variations to be achieved.
How is neon colour colour mixing possible?
The production of neon colours requires special fluorescent materials with special reflective properties. Mixing neon colours requires mainly tinted paints or inks containing bright and garish shades. These inks are often UV-reactive, which means that they glow when exposed to ultraviolet light. By mixing different neon colours, you can create unique, vibrant shades of colour. However, it is important to ensure that neon colours do not lose their brightness and intensity when mixed.
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