#2E2412

#2E2412

Overview

#2E2412 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 36, 18, in HSL 38.6°, 43.8%, 12.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 21.7%, 60.9%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E2412

RGB

46, 36, 18

HSL

38.6, 43.8%, 12.5%

HSV

38.6, 60.9%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.7%, 60.9%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2669 0.0335 81.2

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: #2E2412;
color: #2E2412;
border-color: #2E2412;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.25:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E2412?

RGB(46, 36, 18) · HSL(38.6, 43.8%, 12.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.7%, 60.9%, 82.0%)

Does #2E2412 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E2412?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E2412 background; contrast on black is 1.38:1.