#642D12

#642D12

Overview

#642D12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 100, 45, 18, in HSL 19.8°, 69.5%, 23.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 55.0%, 82.0%, 60.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8029 Pearl Copper.

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Color Values

HEX

#642D12

RGB

100, 45, 18

HSL

19.8, 69.5%, 23.1%

HSV

19.8, 82.0%, 39.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.0%, 82.0%, 60.8%

OKLCH

0.3677 0.0883 44.4

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: #642D12;
color: #642D12;
border-color: #642D12;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #642D12?

RGB(100, 45, 18) · HSL(19.8, 69.5%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.0%, 82.0%, 60.8%)

Does #642D12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #642D12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #642D12 background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.