#472A0F

#472A0F

Overview

#472A0F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 42, 15, in HSL 28.9°, 65.1%, 16.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.8%, 78.9%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#472A0F

RGB

71, 42, 15

HSL

28.9, 65.1%, 16.9%

HSV

28.9, 78.9%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.8%, 78.9%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3157 0.0586 60.8

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: #472A0F;
color: #472A0F;
border-color: #472A0F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472A0F?

RGB(71, 42, 15) · HSL(28.9, 65.1%, 16.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.8%, 78.9%, 72.2%)

Does #472A0F meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #472A0F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472A0F background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.