#482318

#482318

Color Values

HEX

#482318

RGB

72, 35, 24

HSL

13.8, 50.0%, 18.8%

HSV

13.8, 66.7%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.4%, 66.7%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3042 0.0597 37.4

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: #482318;
color: #482318;
border-color: #482318;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.73:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #482318?

RGB(72, 35, 24) · HSL(13.8, 50.0%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.4%, 66.7%, 71.8%)

Does #482318 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.73:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #482318?

Use FFFFFF text on a #482318 background; contrast on black is 1.53:1.