#2D1609 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #2d1609 is a very low-light brown with warm red and orange undertones. Its dusty appearance brings seriousness, mystery, and security to coffee, chocolate, tobacco, and vintage designs. Use it as a dominant background or dark-mode base. White text has about 17.1:1 contrast, making the hex code suitable for small body copy.
Questions about #2d1609
What is #2d1609 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d1609 is rgb(45, 22, 9), in HSL hsl(22, 67%, 11%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 80%, 82%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Does #2d1609 read as a warm or cool color?
#2d1609 reads as a warm brown because its dark base carries muted red and orange undertones. That warmth supports grounded, serious designs and works especially well with creamy neutrals or restrained terracotta accents.
Which colors pair well with #2d1609?
Pair #2d1609 with white or warm cream for crisp contrast, or use sage, muted gold, and terracotta for an earthy palette. Keep brighter accents limited so the deep brown remains the visual anchor.
Where does #2d1609 work best in a design?
Use #2d1609 for dominant backgrounds, dark-mode surfaces, or coffee and chocolate-inspired layouts where a serious, secure mood fits. Its low brightness lets lighter text and accents stand out without making the design feel stark.
Is #2d1609 readable on white or black?
#2d1609 has a 17.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.23:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.