Dark Charcoal

Q: How do I use #4E2A18 in CSS?

You can use #4E2A18 in CSS with: background-color: #4E2A18; or color: #4E2A18; or as an RGB value: rgb(78, 42, 24). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 46%, 69%, 69%.

#4E2A18

Dark Charcoal is a warm dark color with the hex code #4E2A18. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 78, 42, 24 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 46%, 69%, 69% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Charcoal Color Values

HEX: #4E2A18
RGB: 78, 42, 24
HSL: 20°, 53%, 20%
CMYK: 0, 46, 69, 69

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Dark Charcoal sits at 20° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 53% 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%, 46%, 69%, 69% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Dark Charcoal

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #4E2A18;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 78, 42, 24;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#4E2A18',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 46%
Y: 69%
K: 69%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(78, 42, 24)
rgba(78, 42, 24, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

14 brand s with colors near 20° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #4E2A18?

#4E2A18 is Dark Charcoal, a warm dark color with RGB values of 78, 42, 24. It has a hue of 20°, 53% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #4E2A18?

The RGB color code for #4E2A18 is rgb(78, 42, 24). This means it contains 78 red, 42 green, and 24 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Dark Charcoal a warm or cool color?

Dark Charcoal (#4E2A18) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #4E2A18 in CSS?

You can use #4E2A18 in CSS with: background-color: #4E2A18; or color: #4E2A18; or as an RGB value: rgb(78, 42, 24). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 46%, 69%, 69%.