#140C06

#140C06

Color Values

HEX

#140C06

RGB

20, 12, 6

HSL

25.7, 53.8%, 5.1%

HSV

25.7, 70.0%, 7.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.0%, 70.0%, 92.2%

OKLCH

0.1631 0.019 60.4

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #140C06;
color: #140C06;
border-color: #140C06;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 950 #0C0A09

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

19.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #140C06?

RGB(20, 12, 6) · HSL(25.7, 53.8%, 5.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.0%, 70.0%, 92.2%)

Does #140C06 meet WCAG contrast on white?

19.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #140C06?

Use FFFFFF text on a #140C06 background; contrast on black is 1.08:1.