#242014

#242014

Color Values

HEX

#242014

RGB

36, 32, 20

HSL

45.0, 28.6%, 11.0%

HSV

45.0, 44.4%, 14.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.1%, 44.4%, 85.9%

OKLCH

0.2442 0.0221 91.8

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: #242014;
color: #242014;
border-color: #242014;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.26:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #242014?

RGB(36, 32, 20) · HSL(45.0, 28.6%, 11.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.1%, 44.4%, 85.9%)

Does #242014 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.26:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #242014?

Use FFFFFF text on a #242014 background; contrast on black is 1.29:1.