#541400 Hex Color
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The hex code #541400 sits between roasted coffee and old brick, a dark, muted maroon with warm undertones. Its low saturation reads mellow rather than fiery. It works as a dominant base for wine branding or moody autumn layouts, flattered by warm golds. White text stays readable on top, with contrast around 14.2:1.
Questions about #541400
What is #541400 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #541400 is rgb(84, 20, 0), in HSL hsl(14, 100%, 16%) and in CMYK 0%, 76%, 100%, 67%.
What colors pair well with #541400?
Warm golds and soft creams flatter #541400 without competing for attention. Sage green adds an earthy counterpoint, while mustard or terracotta accents build a richer autumn palette. Skip bright reds, which clash with its muted depth.
Is #541400 readable on white or black?
#541400 has a 14.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.47:1 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.