#491F0D

#491F0D

Color Values

HEX

#491F0D

RGB

73, 31, 13

HSL

18.0, 69.8%, 16.9%

HSV

18.0, 82.2%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 57.5%, 82.2%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.2964 0.0701 42.4

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: #491F0D;
color: #491F0D;
border-color: #491F0D;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.14:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #491F0D?

RGB(73, 31, 13) · HSL(18.0, 69.8%, 16.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 57.5%, 82.2%, 71.4%)

Does #491F0D meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #491F0D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #491F0D background; contrast on black is 1.49:1.