#482D1E

#482D1E

Overview

#482D1E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 72, 45, 30, in HSL 21.4Β°, 41.2%, 20.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 37.5%, 58.3%, 71.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#482D1E

RGB

72, 45, 30

HSL

21.4, 41.2%, 20.0%

HSV

21.4, 58.3%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.5%, 58.3%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3262 0.0471 49.6

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: #482D1E;
color: #482D1E;
border-color: #482D1E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.67:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #482D1E?

RGB(72, 45, 30) · HSL(21.4, 41.2%, 20.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.5%, 58.3%, 71.8%)

Does #482D1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #482D1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #482D1E background; contrast on black is 1.67:1.