#311E12

#311E12

Overview

#311E12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 49, 30, 18, in HSL 23.2°, 46.3%, 13.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.8%, 63.3%, 80.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#311E12

RGB

49, 30, 18

HSL

23.2, 46.3%, 13.1%

HSV

23.2, 63.3%, 19.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.8%, 63.3%, 80.8%

OKLCH

0.2561 0.0364 52.7

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: #311E12;
color: #311E12;
border-color: #311E12;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #311E12?

RGB(49, 30, 18) · HSL(23.2, 46.3%, 13.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.8%, 63.3%, 80.8%)

Does #311E12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #311E12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #311E12 background; contrast on black is 1.33:1.