#472C1E

#472C1E

Overview

#472C1E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 44, 30, in HSL 20.5°, 40.6%, 19.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.0%, 57.7%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#472C1E

RGB

71, 44, 30

HSL

20.5, 40.6%, 19.8%

HSV

20.5, 57.7%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.0%, 57.7%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3226 0.0465 48.0

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: #472C1E;
color: #472C1E;
border-color: #472C1E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472C1E?

RGB(71, 44, 30) · HSL(20.5, 40.6%, 19.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.0%, 57.7%, 72.2%)

Does #472C1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472C1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472C1E background; contrast on black is 1.65:1.