#2A2624

#2A2624

Overview

#2A2624 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 42, 38, 36, in HSL 20.0°, 7.7%, 15.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 9.5%, 14.3%, 83.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 9004 Signal Black.

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Color Values

HEX

#2A2624

RGB

42, 38, 36

HSL

20.0, 7.7%, 15.3%

HSV

20.0, 14.3%, 16.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.5%, 14.3%, 83.5%

OKLCH

0.2722 0.007 48.4

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: #2A2624;
color: #2A2624;
border-color: #2A2624;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.99:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2A2624?

RGB(42, 38, 36) · HSL(20.0, 7.7%, 15.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.5%, 14.3%, 83.5%)

Does #2A2624 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.99:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2A2624?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2A2624 background; contrast on black is 1.4:1.