#49240E

#49240E

Overview

#49240E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 73, 36, 14, in HSL 22.4Β°, 67.8%, 17.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 50.7%, 80.8%, 71.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#49240E

RGB

73, 36, 14

HSL

22.4, 67.8%, 17.1%

HSV

22.4, 80.8%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 50.7%, 80.8%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3062 0.0651 49.1

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: #49240E;
color: #49240E;
border-color: #49240E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.54:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #49240E?

RGB(73, 36, 14) · HSL(22.4, 67.8%, 17.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 50.7%, 80.8%, 71.4%)

Does #49240E meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #49240E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #49240E background; contrast on black is 1.54:1.