#38342D Hex Color
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The hex code #38342d produces a dark, muted yellow with ashy brown and gray undertones. Its low saturation gives it a dusty, serious mood with a hint of mystery. Use it as a dominant dark base for moody backgrounds, construction branding, or budget-focused designs. Warm cream or white accents add clarity, and white text reads clearly at about a 12.4:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #38342d
What is #38342d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #38342d is rgb(56, 52, 45), in HSL hsl(38, 11%, 20%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 20%, 78%.
Which colors pair well with #38342d?
#38342d pairs well with warm cream, pale stone, and restrained terracotta, adding light or controlled warmth while preserving its dusty character in industrial, editorial, and budget-focused palettes that need strong visual separation.
Is #38342d readable on white or black?
#38342d has a 12.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.69:1 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.