#281814

#281814

Color Values

HEX

#281814

RGB

40, 24, 20

HSL

12.0, 33.3%, 11.8%

HSV

12.0, 50.0%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.0%, 50.0%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2288 0.0272 34.6

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: #281814;
color: #281814;
border-color: #281814;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.06:1

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 #281814?

RGB(40, 24, 20) · HSL(12.0, 33.3%, 11.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.0%, 50.0%, 84.3%)

Does #281814 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #281814?

Use FFFFFF text on a #281814 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.