#491D0F

#491D0F

Overview

#491D0F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 73, 29, 15, in HSL 14.5°, 65.9%, 17.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 60.3%, 79.5%, 71.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8012 Red Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#491D0F

RGB

73, 29, 15

HSL

14.5, 65.9%, 17.3%

HSV

14.5, 79.5%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 60.3%, 79.5%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.2931 0.0714 38.1

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: #491D0F;
color: #491D0F;
border-color: #491D0F;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.33:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.47:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #491D0F?

RGB(73, 29, 15) · HSL(14.5, 65.9%, 17.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 60.3%, 79.5%, 71.4%)

Does #491D0F meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.33:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #491D0F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #491D0F background; contrast on black is 1.47:1.