#51240F

#51240F

Color Values

HEX

#51240F

RGB

81, 36, 15

HSL

19.1, 68.7%, 18.8%

HSV

19.1, 81.5%, 31.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.6%, 81.5%, 68.2%

OKLCH

0.3196 0.0746 43.9

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: #51240F;
color: #51240F;
border-color: #51240F;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.05:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #51240F?

RGB(81, 36, 15) · HSL(19.1, 68.7%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.6%, 81.5%, 68.2%)

Does #51240F meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.05:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #51240F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #51240F background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.