#311B12

#311B12

Overview

#311B12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 49, 27, 18, in HSL 17.4°, 46.3%, 13.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 44.9%, 63.3%, 80.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#311B12

RGB

49, 27, 18

HSL

17.4, 46.3%, 13.1%

HSV

17.4, 63.3%, 19.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.9%, 63.3%, 80.8%

OKLCH

0.2492 0.0387 42.9

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: #311B12;
color: #311B12;
border-color: #311B12;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.2:1

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 #311B12?

RGB(49, 27, 18) · HSL(17.4, 46.3%, 13.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.9%, 63.3%, 80.8%)

Does #311B12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.2:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #311B12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #311B12 background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.