#2B1808

#2B1808

Overview

#2B1808 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 43, 24, 8, in HSL 27.4°, 68.6%, 10.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 44.2%, 81.4%, 83.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2B1808

RGB

43, 24, 8

HSL

27.4, 68.6%, 10.0%

HSV

27.4, 81.4%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.2%, 81.4%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2308 0.0405 59.0

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: #2B1808;
color: #2B1808;
border-color: #2B1808;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.98:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B1808?

RGB(43, 24, 8) · HSL(27.4, 68.6%, 10.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.2%, 81.4%, 83.1%)

Does #2B1808 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B1808?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B1808 background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.