#462E27

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #462E27?

RGB(70, 46, 39), HSL(13.5, 28.4%, 21.4%), CMYK(0.0%, 34.3%, 44.3%, 72.5%).

Q: Does #462E27 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.5:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#462E27 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 70, 46, 39, in HSL 13.5°, 28.4%, 21.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 34.3%, 44.3%, 72.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

On this page

Color Values

HEX

#462E27

RGB

70, 46, 39

HSL

13.5, 28.4%, 21.4%

HSV

13.5, 44.3%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.3%, 44.3%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.3278 0.0377 36.9

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown

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.