#843B1F

#843B1F

Overview

#843B1F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 132, 59, 31, in HSL 16.6°, 62.0%, 32.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 55.3%, 76.5%, 48.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8004 Copper Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#843B1F

RGB

132, 59, 31

HSL

16.6, 62.0%, 32.0%

HSV

16.6, 76.5%, 51.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.3%, 76.5%, 48.2%

OKLCH

0.4443 0.1085 40.6

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: #843B1F;
color: #843B1F;
border-color: #843B1F;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.63:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #843B1F?

RGB(132, 59, 31) · HSL(16.6, 62.0%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.3%, 76.5%, 48.2%)

Does #843B1F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #843B1F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #843B1F background; contrast on black is 2.63:1.