Log Cabin

#282520

General Information about #282520

The hexadecimal color code #282520 represents a dark shade of brown, often referred to as "Log Cabin." This color is composed of 16.1% red, 14.5% green, and 12.5% blue. In the RGB color model, it has values of R:40, G:37, B:32. In the CMYK color model, it consists of 0% cyan, 8% magenta, 20% yellow, and 84% black. This color evokes feelings of warmth, earthiness, and stability, often associated with natural elements like wood and soil. It is frequently used in designs to create a sense of comfort and groundedness. The low saturation and luminance of #282520 make it a suitable choice for backgrounds or accent colors, especially when paired with lighter hues for contrast.

The color #282520, also known as Log Cabin, presents some accessibility challenges. Its low luminance value of approximately 5.7 makes it difficult to read text rendered in this color against a standard white background. According to WCAG guidelines, the contrast ratio is significantly below the recommended level for normal-sized text. To improve accessibility, it is essential to use a much lighter foreground color, such as white or a very pale yellow, to ensure sufficient contrast. Alternatively, consider using #282520 as a background color with a very light text color. Using larger font sizes or heavier font weights can also marginally improve readability. However, thorough testing with accessibility evaluation tools is crucial to verify compliance with accessibility standards and meet the needs of users with visual impairments.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
40 37 32
RGB40 37 32
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
37.5 11.11% 14.12%
37.511.1114.12HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
37.5 12.55% 84.31%
37.512.5584.31HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#282520
rgb40 37 32
hsl37.5 11.11% 14.12%
cmyk0% 7.5% 20% 84.31%
hwb37.5 12.55% 84.31%
xyz-d650.02 0.02 0.02
oklch0.266 0.0101 80.61
oklab0.266 0 0.01
CMYK
0% 7.5% 20% 84.31%
07.52084.31CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.02 0.02 0.02
0.020.020.02XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.266 0.0101 80.61
0.2660.010180.61LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.266 0 0.01
0.26600.01LAB
Lightness
Green–Red
Blue–Yellow

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