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Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D)

Luminance: 3% · Nearest standard name: Dark Walnut

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DARK WALNUT
#3F2A1D
rgb(63, 42, 29) · hsl(23°, 37%, 18%)
HEX#3F2A1D
RGB63, 42, 29
HSL23°, 37%, 18%
HSV / HSB23°, 54%, 25%
CMYK (Print)0%, 33%, 54%, 75%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#3F2A1D#1D323F

Analogous

#3F1D21#3F2A1D#3F3B1D

Triadic

#3F2A1D#1D3F2A#2A1D3F

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)13.46:1

Sample text rendered with #3F2A1D on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS
Against Dark (#0F172A)1.33:1

Sample text rendered with #3F2A1D on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D)

Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D) is a distinct shade within the Coral & Orange chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 3% and a warm color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#3F2A1D
RGB Space63, 42, 29
HSL Values23°, 37%, 18%
HSV / HSB23°, 54%, 25%
CMYK Ink0%, 33%, 54%, 75%
TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Dark Walnut

Geometric intervals calculated from #3F2A1D on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#1D323F

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Dark Walnut with its polar opposite (#1D323F) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#3F1D21 · #3F3B1D

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Dark Walnut for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#1D3F3B · #1D213F

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Dark Walnut, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#1D3F2A · #2A1D3F

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#213F1D · #1D323F · #3B1D3F

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Dark Walnut

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: High-Contrast Dark Canvas / Typographic Anchor (30% to 60% Volume)

With a deep, low lightness of 18%, Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D) provides structural weight for primary headings, body copy, and dark mode background canvases, delivering superior readability against light elements.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges
Dark Mode AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop
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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Embodies tactile warmth, artisan craftsmanship, grounded optimism, and hospitality. Creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Hospitality Resorts, Artisan Food & Dining, Interior Decor, Education. Combining Dark Walnut with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Dark Walnut

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-3f2a1d: #3F2A1D;
  --color-3f2a1d-rgb: 63, 42, 29;
  --color-3f2a1d-hsl: 23deg 37% 18%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '3f2a1d': '#3F2A1D',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D)

Authoritative answers covering Dark Walnut color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D)?
Dark Walnut is defined by the HEX code #3F2A1D. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:63, G:42, B:29. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:23°, Saturation:37%, Lightness:18%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 23°, 54%, 25%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:33%, Y:54%, K:75%.
Does Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Dark Walnut achieves a contrast ratio of 13.46:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.33:1 (Failing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #3F2A1D is #1D323F. When placed side-by-side, #3F2A1D and #1D323F create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Dark Walnut in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a deep, low lightness of 18%, Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D) provides structural weight for primary headings, body copy, and dark mode background canvases, delivering superior readability against light elements.
How can I copy and export Dark Walnut into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Dark Walnut in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #3F2A1D; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Dark Walnut using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Dark Walnut (#3F2A1D) belong to?
Dark Walnut belongs to the Coral & Orange family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Coral & Orange Color Guide.