#482F28

#482F28

Color Values

HEX

#482F28

RGB

72, 47, 40

HSL

13.1, 28.6%, 22.0%

HSV

13.1, 44.4%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.7%, 44.4%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.333 0.039 36.3

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: #482F28;
color: #482F28;
border-color: #482F28;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.26:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.71:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #482F28?

RGB(72, 47, 40) · HSL(13.1, 28.6%, 22.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.7%, 44.4%, 71.8%)

Does #482F28 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.26:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #482F28?

Use FFFFFF text on a #482F28 background; contrast on black is 1.71:1.