#240F09

#240F09

Color Values

HEX

#240F09

RGB

36, 15, 9

HSL

13.3, 60.0%, 8.8%

HSV

13.3, 75.0%, 14.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 58.3%, 75.0%, 85.9%

OKLCH

0.1985 0.0376 36.9

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: #240F09;
color: #240F09;
border-color: #240F09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.3:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #240F09?

RGB(36, 15, 9) · HSL(13.3, 60.0%, 8.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 58.3%, 75.0%, 85.9%)

Does #240F09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.3:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #240F09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #240F09 background; contrast on black is 1.15:1.