#472E1F

#472E1F

Overview

#472E1F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 46, 31, in HSL 22.5°, 39.2%, 20.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.2%, 56.3%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#472E1F

RGB

71, 46, 31

HSL

22.5, 39.2%, 20.0%

HSV

22.5, 56.3%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.2%, 56.3%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3273 0.0445 51.6

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: #472E1F;
color: #472E1F;
border-color: #472E1F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.51:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472E1F?

RGB(71, 46, 31) · HSL(22.5, 39.2%, 20.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.2%, 56.3%, 72.2%)

Does #472E1F meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472E1F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472E1F background; contrast on black is 1.68:1.