Charcoal is a
cool dark color with the hex code #1F3B47.
This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB
31, 59, 71 in digital design or CMYK 56%, 17%, 0%, 72% for print applications.
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Charcoal
#1F3B47
Charcoal Color Values
- HEX
- #1F3B47
- RGB
- 31, 59, 71
- HSL
- 198°, 39%, 20%
- CMYK
- 56, 17, 0, 72
Shades & Tints
About this color
Charcoal sits at 198° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 39% saturation and 20% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.
In digital design, cool colors like Charcoal work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.
When using Charcoal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 56%, 17%, 0%, 72% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Charcoal
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #1F3B47;
--brand-primary-rgb: 31, 59, 71;
} Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#1F3B47',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 56%
M: 17%
Y: 0%
K: 72% Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(31, 59, 71)
rgba(31, 59, 71, 0.8) Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #1F3B47?
What is the RGB value of #1F3B47?
Is Charcoal a warm or cool color?
How do I use #1F3B47 in CSS?
background-color: #1F3B47; or color: #1F3B47; or as an RGB value: rgb(31, 59, 71). For print design, use CMYK: 56%, 17%, 0%, 72%.