#482E1D

#482E1D

Overview

#482E1D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 72, 46, 29, in HSL 23.7°, 42.6%, 19.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.1%, 59.7%, 71.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#482E1D

RGB

72, 46, 29

HSL

23.7, 42.6%, 19.8%

HSV

23.7, 59.7%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.1%, 59.7%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3282 0.0473 53.5

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: #482E1D;
color: #482E1D;
border-color: #482E1D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.47:1

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 #482E1D?

RGB(72, 46, 29) · HSL(23.7, 42.6%, 19.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.1%, 59.7%, 71.8%)

Does #482E1D meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.47:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #482E1D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #482E1D background; contrast on black is 1.68:1.