#472A0D

#472A0D

Overview

#472A0D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 42, 13, in HSL 30.0°, 69.0%, 16.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.8%, 81.7%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#472A0D

RGB

71, 42, 13

HSL

30.0, 69.0%, 16.5%

HSV

30.0, 81.7%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.8%, 81.7%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3155 0.0599 62.3

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: #472A0D;
color: #472A0D;
border-color: #472A0D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472A0D?

RGB(71, 42, 13) · HSL(30.0, 69.0%, 16.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.8%, 81.7%, 72.2%)

Does #472A0D meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472A0D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472A0D background; contrast on black is 1.6:1.