#402C2C Hex Color
A Gloomy Red With Brown Depth
#402c2c is a dark, muted red with brown and gray undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, gloomy mood, while restrained saturation keeps it understated rather than vivid. Use this hex code as a moody background or supporting tone with warm ivory and copper accents. White text remains highly readable, making it practical for dark interfaces and bold headings.
Questions about #402c2c
What is #402c2c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #402c2c is rgb(64, 44, 44), in HSL hsl(0, 19%, 21%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 31%, 75%.
What colors pair well with #402c2c?
Does #402c2c read as a warm or cool color?
#402c2c reads as a warm, muted red because its red base is softened by brown undertones, while its low lightness gives it a serious, grounded mood rather than a bright or energetic feel.
Is #402c2c readable on white or black?
#402c2c has a 13.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.61:1 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.