#40312A

#40312A

Overview

#40312A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 64, 49, 42, in HSL 19.1°, 20.8%, 20.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.4%, 34.4%, 74.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8017 Chocolate Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#40312A

RGB

64, 49, 42

HSL

19.1, 20.8%, 20.8%

HSV

19.1, 34.4%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.4%, 34.4%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.3278 0.0251 46.3

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: #40312A;
color: #40312A;
border-color: #40312A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #40312A?

RGB(64, 49, 42) · HSL(19.1, 20.8%, 20.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.4%, 34.4%, 74.9%)

Does #40312A meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #40312A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #40312A background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.