#2E2818

#2E2818

Overview

#2E2818 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 40, 24, in HSL 43.6Β°, 31.4%, 13.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 13.0%, 47.8%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E2818

RGB

46, 40, 24

HSL

43.6, 31.4%, 13.7%

HSV

43.6, 47.8%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.0%, 47.8%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2787 0.0285 89.8

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: #2E2818;
color: #2E2818;
border-color: #2E2818;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.66:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.43:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E2818?

RGB(46, 40, 24) · HSL(43.6, 31.4%, 13.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.0%, 47.8%, 82.0%)

Does #2E2818 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E2818?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E2818 background; contrast on black is 1.43:1.