#241A16

#241A16

Color Values

HEX

#241A16

RGB

36, 26, 22

HSL

17.1, 24.1%, 11.4%

HSV

17.1, 38.9%, 14.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.8%, 38.9%, 85.9%

OKLCH

0.2287 0.0178 42.9

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: #241A16;
color: #241A16;
border-color: #241A16;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.01:1

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 #241A16?

RGB(36, 26, 22) · HSL(17.1, 24.1%, 11.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.8%, 38.9%, 85.9%)

Does #241A16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.01:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #241A16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #241A16 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.