#40190C

#40190C

Color Values

HEX

#40190C

RGB

64, 25, 12

HSL

15.0, 68.4%, 14.9%

HSV

15.0, 81.2%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 60.9%, 81.2%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.2694 0.065 38.7

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: #40190C;
color: #40190C;
border-color: #40190C;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.36:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #40190C?

RGB(64, 25, 12) · HSL(15.0, 68.4%, 14.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 60.9%, 81.2%, 74.9%)

Does #40190C meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #40190C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #40190C background; contrast on black is 1.36:1.