#43231B

#43231B

Overview

#43231B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 67, 35, 27, in HSL 12.0°, 42.6%, 18.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 47.8%, 59.7%, 73.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#43231B

RGB

67, 35, 27

HSL

12.0, 42.6%, 18.4%

HSV

12.0, 59.7%, 26.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.8%, 59.7%, 73.7%

OKLCH

0.2968 0.0513 34.9

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: #43231B;
color: #43231B;
border-color: #43231B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.05:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #43231B?

RGB(67, 35, 27) · HSL(12.0, 42.6%, 18.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.8%, 59.7%, 73.7%)

Does #43231B meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.05:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #43231B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #43231B background; contrast on black is 1.49:1.