#261E1A

#261E1A

Overview

#261E1A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 38, 30, 26, in HSL 20.0Β°, 18.8%, 12.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 21.1%, 31.6%, 85.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#261E1A

RGB

38, 30, 26

HSL

20.0, 18.8%, 12.5%

HSV

20.0, 31.6%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.1%, 31.6%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.243 0.0146 48.1

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: #261E1A;
color: #261E1A;
border-color: #261E1A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #261E1A?

RGB(38, 30, 26) · HSL(20.0, 18.8%, 12.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.1%, 31.6%, 85.1%)

Does #261E1A meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #261E1A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #261E1A background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.