#862F0A Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #862f0a is a warm reddish-brown with earthy red and maroon undertones. The hex code creates a serious, grounded mood for coffee packaging, wine branding, autumn layouts, and formal designs. Use it as a dominant background with cream or dusty blue accents, though large areas can feel heavy. White text remains highly readable, with about an 8.7:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #862f0a
What is #862f0a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #862f0a is rgb(134, 47, 10), in HSL hsl(18, 86%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 65%, 93%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #862f0a?
Cream and dusty blue pair well with #862f0a, balancing its dark reddish-brown depth with lighter, cooler contrast. Charcoal can reinforce a formal palette, while muted beige or soft gray keeps the combination grounded without feeling too heavy.
Does #862f0a read as a warm or cool color?
#862f0a reads as a warm color because its red and brown base carries earthy, maroon-like undertones rather than blue or green. It gives layouts a grounded, serious feel, especially alongside cream, tan, or other muted neutrals.
Is #862f0a readable on white or black?
#862f0a has a 8.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.42:1 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.