#18140C

#18140C

Color Values

HEX

#18140C

RGB

24, 20, 12

HSL

40.0, 33.3%, 7.1%

HSV

40.0, 50.0%, 9.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.7%, 50.0%, 90.6%

OKLCH

0.1933 0.0165 84.3

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: #18140C;
color: #18140C;
border-color: #18140C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.35:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #18140C?

RGB(24, 20, 12) · HSL(40.0, 33.3%, 7.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.7%, 50.0%, 90.6%)

Does #18140C meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.35:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #18140C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #18140C background; contrast on black is 1.14:1.