#481B12

#481B12

Color Values

HEX

#481B12

RGB

72, 27, 18

HSL

10.0, 60.0%, 17.6%

HSV

10.0, 75.0%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 62.5%, 75.0%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.2883 0.0714 33.0

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: #481B12;
color: #481B12;
border-color: #481B12;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.57:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.44:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #481B12?

RGB(72, 27, 18) · HSL(10.0, 60.0%, 17.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 62.5%, 75.0%, 71.8%)

Does #481B12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.57:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #481B12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #481B12 background; contrast on black is 1.44:1.