#484236

#484236

Color Values

HEX

#484236

RGB

72, 66, 54

HSL

40.0, 14.3%, 24.7%

HSV

40.0, 25.0%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.3%, 25.0%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3813 0.0212 84.5

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: #484236;
color: #484236;
border-color: #484236;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.96:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.11:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #484236?

RGB(72, 66, 54) · HSL(40.0, 14.3%, 24.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.3%, 25.0%, 71.8%)

Does #484236 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #484236?

Use FFFFFF text on a #484236 background; contrast on black is 2.11:1.