#40310C

#40310C

Color Values

HEX

#40310C

RGB

64, 49, 12

HSL

42.7, 68.4%, 14.9%

HSV

42.7, 81.2%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.4%, 81.2%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.322 0.0562 86.1

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: #40310C;
color: #40310C;
border-color: #40310C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #40310C?

RGB(64, 49, 12) · HSL(42.7, 68.4%, 14.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.4%, 81.2%, 74.9%)

Does #40310C meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #40310C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #40310C background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.