#2E240D

#2E240D

Overview

#2E240D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 36, 13, in HSL 41.8°, 55.9%, 11.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 21.7%, 71.7%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E240D

RGB

46, 36, 13

HSL

41.8, 55.9%, 11.6%

HSV

41.8, 71.7%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.7%, 71.7%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.266 0.0395 86.0

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: #2E240D;
color: #2E240D;
border-color: #2E240D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.28:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.37:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E240D?

RGB(46, 36, 13) · HSL(41.8, 55.9%, 11.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.7%, 71.7%, 82.0%)

Does #2E240D meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.28:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E240D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E240D background; contrast on black is 1.37:1.