#472E26

#472E26

Overview

#472E26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 46, 38, in HSL 14.5°, 30.3%, 21.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.2%, 46.5%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#472E26

RGB

71, 46, 38

HSL

14.5, 30.3%, 21.4%

HSV

14.5, 46.5%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.2%, 46.5%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3289 0.0397 38.5

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: #472E26;
color: #472E26;
border-color: #472E26;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.45:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472E26?

RGB(71, 46, 38) · HSL(14.5, 30.3%, 21.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.2%, 46.5%, 72.2%)

Does #472E26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.45:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472E26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472E26 background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.