#40260E

#40260E

Overview

#40260E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 64, 38, 14, in HSL 28.8°, 64.1%, 15.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.6%, 78.1%, 74.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#40260E

RGB

64, 38, 14

HSL

28.8, 64.1%, 15.3%

HSV

28.8, 78.1%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.6%, 78.1%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.2963 0.0535 60.9

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: #40260E;
color: #40260E;
border-color: #40260E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.99:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #40260E?

RGB(64, 38, 14) · HSL(28.8, 64.1%, 15.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.6%, 78.1%, 74.9%)

Does #40260E meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.99:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #40260E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #40260E background; contrast on black is 1.5:1.