#282018

#282018

Color Values

HEX

#282018

RGB

40, 32, 24

HSL

30.0, 25.0%, 12.5%

HSV

30.0, 40.0%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.0%, 40.0%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2502 0.019 66.8

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: #282018;
color: #282018;
border-color: #282018;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.03:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.31:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #282018?

RGB(40, 32, 24) · HSL(30.0, 25.0%, 12.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.0%, 40.0%, 84.3%)

Does #282018 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.03:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #282018?

Use FFFFFF text on a #282018 background; contrast on black is 1.31:1.