#40231B

#40231B

Color Values

HEX

#40231B

RGB

64, 35, 27

HSL

13.0, 40.7%, 17.8%

HSV

13.0, 57.8%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.3%, 57.8%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.2921 0.047 36.2

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: #40231B;
color: #40231B;
border-color: #40231B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.47:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #40231B?

RGB(64, 35, 27) · HSL(13.0, 40.7%, 17.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.3%, 57.8%, 74.9%)

Does #40231B meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #40231B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #40231B background; contrast on black is 1.47:1.