#3D241A Hex Color
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Dark and heavily muted, #3d241a is a warm brown with subtle red undertones and a matte, almost ashy finish. Its low lightness creates a serious, grounded mood without the harshness of black. Use this hex code as a dominant background for coffee, craft, organic, or vintage branding. White text provides about 14.3:1 contrast, making it suitable for body copy.
Questions about #3d241a
What is #3d241a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3d241a is rgb(61, 36, 26), in HSL hsl(17, 40%, 17%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 57%, 76%.
What colors pair well with #3d241a?
Pair #3d241a with cream or warm beige for a soft, natural base; muted sage adds cool contrast, while terracotta reinforces its earthy warmth without making the palette feel harsh or overly bright.
Is #3d241a a warm or cool color?
#3d241a reads as a warm brown because its dark base carries subtle red undertones rather than blue or green. The low lightness keeps that warmth restrained, giving it a serious, grounded feel instead of a bright or lively one.
Is #3d241a readable on white or black?
#3d241a has a 14.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.46:1 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.