#2B140E

#2B140E

Overview

#2B140E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 43, 20, 14, in HSL 12.4°, 50.9%, 11.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 53.5%, 67.4%, 83.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 3007 Black Red.

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Color Values

HEX

#2B140E

RGB

43, 20, 14

HSL

12.4, 50.9%, 11.2%

HSV

12.4, 67.4%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.5%, 67.4%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2228 0.0398 35.5

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: #2B140E;
color: #2B140E;
border-color: #2B140E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B140E?

RGB(43, 20, 14) · HSL(12.4, 50.9%, 11.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.5%, 67.4%, 83.1%)

Does #2B140E meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B140E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B140E background; contrast on black is 1.21:1.