#42261D

#42261D

Overview

#42261D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 66, 38, 29, in HSL 14.6°, 38.9%, 18.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 42.4%, 56.1%, 74.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#42261D

RGB

66, 38, 29

HSL

14.6, 38.9%, 18.6%

HSV

14.6, 56.1%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.4%, 56.1%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.302 0.0456 38.6

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: #42261D;
color: #42261D;
border-color: #42261D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42261D?

RGB(66, 38, 29) · HSL(14.6, 38.9%, 18.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.4%, 56.1%, 74.1%)

Does #42261D meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42261D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42261D background; contrast on black is 1.53:1.