#442D20

#442D20

Overview

#442D20 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 68, 45, 32, in HSL 21.7°, 36.0%, 19.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 33.8%, 52.9%, 73.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#442D20

RGB

68, 45, 32

HSL

21.7, 36.0%, 19.6%

HSV

21.7, 52.9%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.8%, 52.9%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3211 0.0406 50.3

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: #442D20;
color: #442D20;
border-color: #442D20;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.64:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #442D20?

RGB(68, 45, 32) · HSL(21.7, 36.0%, 19.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.8%, 52.9%, 73.3%)

Does #442D20 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #442D20?

Use FFFFFF text on a #442D20 background; contrast on black is 1.64:1.