#282218

#282218

Color Values

HEX

#282218

RGB

40, 34, 24

HSL

37.5, 25.0%, 12.5%

HSV

37.5, 40.0%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.0%, 40.0%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2555 0.02 80.3

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: #282218;
color: #282218;
border-color: #282218;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #282218?

RGB(40, 34, 24) · HSL(37.5, 25.0%, 12.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.0%, 40.0%, 84.3%)

Does #282218 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #282218?

Use FFFFFF text on a #282218 background; contrast on black is 1.33:1.