#2A1F12

#2A1F12

Overview

#2A1F12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 42, 31, 18, in HSL 32.5°, 40.0%, 11.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.2%, 57.1%, 83.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2A1F12

RGB

42, 31, 18

HSL

32.5, 40.0%, 11.8%

HSV

32.5, 57.1%, 16.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.2%, 57.1%, 83.5%

OKLCH

0.2487 0.0283 70.6

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: #2A1F12;
color: #2A1F12;
border-color: #2A1F12;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.11:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2A1F12?

RGB(42, 31, 18) · HSL(32.5, 40.0%, 11.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.2%, 57.1%, 83.5%)

Does #2A1F12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2A1F12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2A1F12 background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.