#5D240D Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #5d240d carries warm red-brown undertones and a serious, grounded mood. Its low lightness suits coffee, chocolate, tobacco, and vintage branding, adding depth and security. Use the hex code #5d240d as a supporting tone or dark background; white text provides strong contrast, though large areas can feel heavy.
Questions about #5d240d
What is #5d240d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5d240d is rgb(93, 36, 13), in HSL hsl(17, 75%, 21%) and in CMYK 0%, 61%, 86%, 64%.
What colors pair well with #5d240d?
#5d240d pairs well with cream, warm beige, muted gold, and terracotta, which soften its dark red-brown base while preserving an earthy feel in branding, packaging, and interior-inspired palettes. Pale blue adds a cooler complementary contrast.
Does #5d240d feel warm or cool?
#5d240d reads as a warm color because its red and brown undertones outweigh the small amount of blue in the mix, giving it a grounded appearance suited to serious, vintage, and natural-feeling visual themes. Its low lightness keeps the warmth restrained.
Is #5d240d readable on white or black?
#5d240d has a 12.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.72:1 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.