#44382B Hex Color
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#44382b is a matte, ashy brown that feels grounded and somber. Because it sits between grey and chocolate, it avoids overt warmth to maintain a serious, professional edge. This hex code works best as a dark background for interfaces, as it provides a strong 11.4:1 contrast ratio with white text. Use it when you need a muted, reliable foundation for moody branding or vintage layouts.
Questions about #44382b
What is #44382b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #44382b is rgb(68, 56, 43), in HSL hsl(31, 23%, 22%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 37%, 73%.
Where does #44382b work best in UI design?
#44382b works best as a sophisticated, dark background for high-contrast interfaces, particularly when paired with off-white or cream text. Because it avoids aggressive red or yellow undertones, it maintains a serious, professional edge that prevents eye strain during extended reading.
Does #44382b read as warm or cool?
This color acts as a neutral bridge that leans slightly cool due to its ashy, greyish character. While it contains brown pigment, it lacks the overt warmth of standard chocolate or mahogany, making it effective for modern, desaturated palettes.
Is #44382b readable on white or black?
#44382b has a 11.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.84:1 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.