#442C19

#442C19

Overview

#442C19 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 68, 44, 25, in HSL 26.5°, 46.2%, 18.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.3%, 63.2%, 73.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#442C19

RGB

68, 44, 25

HSL

26.5, 46.2%, 18.2%

HSV

26.5, 63.2%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.3%, 63.2%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3174 0.0469 58.4

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #442C19;
color: #442C19;
border-color: #442C19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.96:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.62:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #442C19?

RGB(68, 44, 25) · HSL(26.5, 46.2%, 18.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.3%, 63.2%, 73.3%)

Does #442C19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #442C19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #442C19 background; contrast on black is 1.62:1.