#2A1109

#2A1109

Overview

#2A1109 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 42, 17, 9, in HSL 14.5°, 64.7%, 10.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 59.5%, 78.6%, 83.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 3007 Black Red.

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Color Values

HEX

#2A1109

RGB

42, 17, 9

HSL

14.5, 64.7%, 10.0%

HSV

14.5, 78.6%, 16.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 59.5%, 78.6%, 83.5%

OKLCH

0.2136 0.0443 38.5

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: #2A1109;
color: #2A1109;
border-color: #2A1109;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2A1109?

RGB(42, 17, 9) · HSL(14.5, 64.7%, 10.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 59.5%, 78.6%, 83.5%)

Does #2A1109 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2A1109?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2A1109 background; contrast on black is 1.18:1.