Dark Charcoal is a
warm dark color with the hex code #442232.
This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB
68, 34, 50 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 50%, 26%, 73% for print applications.
Find matching Pantone color.
Dark Charcoal
#442232
Dark Charcoal Color Values
- HEX
- #442232
- RGB
- 68, 34, 50
- HSL
- 332°, 33%, 20%
- CMYK
- 0, 50, 26, 73
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Dark Charcoal sits at 332° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 33% saturation and 20% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.
In digital design, warm colors like Dark Charcoal work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.
When using Dark Charcoal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 50%, 26%, 73% 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 Dark Charcoal
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #442232;
--brand-primary-rgb: 68, 34, 50;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#442232',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 50%
Y: 26%
K: 73%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(68, 34, 50)
rgba(68, 34, 50, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
3 brand s with colors near 332° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #442232?
#442232 is Dark Charcoal, a warm dark color with RGB values of 68, 34, 50. It has a hue of 332°, 33%
saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #442232?
The RGB color code for #442232 is rgb(68, 34, 50). This means it contains 68 red,
34 green, and 50 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Dark Charcoal a warm or cool color?
Dark Charcoal (#442232) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #442232 in CSS?
You can use #442232 in CSS with:
background-color: #442232; or color: #442232; or as an RGB value: rgb(68, 34, 50). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 50%, 26%, 73%.