#361F0F Hex Color
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#361f0f is an exceptionally dark, unsaturated brown that borders on black. It carries a heavy, serious weight, perfect for grounding moody UI designs or providing high-contrast backgrounds for cream or white text. Because this shade is so dark and muted, it can appear muddy in large, solid blocks. Use it as a dominant anchor color paired with gold or sage to maintain a professional look.
Questions about #361f0f
What is #361f0f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #361f0f is rgb(54, 31, 15), in HSL hsl(25, 57%, 14%) and in CMYK 0%, 43%, 72%, 79%.
How should I use #361f0f in interface design without it appearing muddy?
Does #361f0f read as a warm brown or a cool black?
#361f0f sits in a complex space between brown and black, carrying a distinct warmth because of its chocolate undertones. While it functions visually like a black, that subtle brown pigment prevents the stark, clinical feel often associated with pure black.
Is #361f0f readable on white or black?
#361f0f has a 15.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.35:1 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.