#241916

#241916

Color Values

HEX

#241916

RGB

36, 25, 22

HSL

12.9, 24.1%, 11.4%

HSV

12.9, 38.9%, 14.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.6%, 38.9%, 85.9%

OKLCH

0.2262 0.0187 35.8

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: #241916;
color: #241916;
border-color: #241916;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #241916?

RGB(36, 25, 22) · HSL(12.9, 24.1%, 11.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.6%, 38.9%, 85.9%)

Does #241916 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #241916?

Use FFFFFF text on a #241916 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.