#2B1E18

#2B1E18

Overview

#2B1E18 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 43, 30, 24, in HSL 18.9°, 28.4%, 13.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 30.2%, 44.2%, 83.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#2B1E18

RGB

43, 30, 24

HSL

18.9, 28.4%, 13.1%

HSV

18.9, 44.2%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.2%, 44.2%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2491 0.0233 45.9

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: #2B1E18;
color: #2B1E18;
border-color: #2B1E18;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.13:1

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 #2B1E18?

RGB(43, 30, 24) · HSL(18.9, 28.4%, 13.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.2%, 44.2%, 83.1%)

Does #2B1E18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B1E18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B1E18 background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.