#862E18

#862E18

Overview

#862E18 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 134, 46, 24, in HSL 12.0Β°, 69.6%, 31.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 65.7%, 82.1%, 47.5%. The nearest named color is tomato 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#862E18

RGB

134, 46, 24

HSL

12.0, 69.6%, 31.0%

HSV

12.0, 82.1%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 65.7%, 82.1%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.4278 0.1255 35.0

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: #862E18;
color: #862E18;
border-color: #862E18;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.42:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #862E18?

RGB(134, 46, 24) · HSL(12.0, 69.6%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 65.7%, 82.1%, 47.5%)

Does #862E18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #862E18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #862E18 background; contrast on black is 2.42:1.