#492618

#492618

Color Values

HEX

#492618

RGB

73, 38, 24

HSL

17.1, 50.5%, 19.0%

HSV

17.1, 67.1%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.9%, 67.1%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3117 0.058 42.2

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: #492618;
color: #492618;
border-color: #492618;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.34:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #492618?

RGB(73, 38, 24) · HSL(17.1, 50.5%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.9%, 67.1%, 71.4%)

Does #492618 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.34:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #492618?

Use FFFFFF text on a #492618 background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.