#472D1E

#472D1E

Overview

#472D1E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 45, 30, in HSL 22.0°, 40.6%, 19.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.6%, 57.7%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#472D1E

RGB

71, 45, 30

HSL

22.0, 40.6%, 19.8%

HSV

22.0, 57.7%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.6%, 57.7%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3248 0.0459 50.5

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: #472D1E;
color: #472D1E;
border-color: #472D1E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.64:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472D1E?

RGB(71, 45, 30) · HSL(22.0, 40.6%, 19.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.6%, 57.7%, 72.2%)

Does #472D1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472D1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472D1E background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.