#240C0F

#240C0F

Color Values

HEX

#240C0F

RGB

36, 12, 15

HSL

352.5, 50.0%, 9.4%

HSV

352.5, 66.7%, 14.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 66.7%, 58.3%, 85.9%

OKLCH

0.1938 0.0409 13.9

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark reds like maroon and burgundy convey sophistication, maturity, and deep emotion. These tones are linked to fine wine, aged leather, and established authority. They carry the intensity of red but channel it into a more restrained, refined expression of power.

Design Usage

Dark reds suit luxury brands, law firms, and premium product packaging. In web design, they create rich hero sections and elegant navigation bars without the visual aggressiveness of brighter reds. They work well with gold accents, cream text, and dark backgrounds for a classic aesthetic.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #240C0F;
color: #240C0F;
border-color: #240C0F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.51:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #240C0F?

RGB(36, 12, 15) · HSL(352.5, 50.0%, 9.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 66.7%, 58.3%, 85.9%)

Does #240C0F meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #240C0F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #240C0F background; contrast on black is 1.13:1.