#472B18

#472B18

Color Values

HEX

#472B18

RGB

71, 43, 24

HSL

24.3, 49.5%, 18.6%

HSV

24.3, 66.2%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.4%, 66.2%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3192 0.0516 54.0

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: #472B18;
color: #472B18;
border-color: #472B18;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.91:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.63:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472B18?

RGB(71, 43, 24) · HSL(24.3, 49.5%, 18.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.4%, 66.2%, 72.2%)

Does #472B18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.91:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472B18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472B18 background; contrast on black is 1.63:1.