#2A2418

#2A2418

Overview

#2A2418 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 42, 36, 24, in HSL 40.0°, 27.3%, 12.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 14.3%, 42.9%, 83.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#2A2418

RGB

42, 36, 24

HSL

40.0, 27.3%, 12.9%

HSV

40.0, 42.9%, 16.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.3%, 42.9%, 83.5%

OKLCH

0.2633 0.0228 84.3

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: #2A2418;
color: #2A2418;
border-color: #2A2418;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.4:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.36:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2A2418?

RGB(42, 36, 24) · HSL(40.0, 27.3%, 12.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.3%, 42.9%, 83.5%)

Does #2A2418 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.4:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2A2418?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2A2418 background; contrast on black is 1.36:1.