#2C140A

#2C140A

Color Values

HEX

#2C140A

RGB

44, 20, 10

HSL

17.6, 63.0%, 10.6%

HSV

17.6, 77.3%, 17.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.5%, 77.3%, 82.7%

OKLCH

0.2237 0.0434 42.8

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: #2C140A;
color: #2C140A;
border-color: #2C140A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.33:1

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 #2C140A?

RGB(44, 20, 10) · HSL(17.6, 63.0%, 10.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.5%, 77.3%, 82.7%)

Does #2C140A meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.33:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2C140A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2C140A background; contrast on black is 1.21:1.