#492C12

#492C12

Overview

#492C12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 73, 44, 18, in HSL 28.4°, 60.4%, 17.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.7%, 75.3%, 71.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#492C12

RGB

73, 44, 18

HSL

28.4, 60.4%, 17.8%

HSV

28.4, 75.3%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.7%, 75.3%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3234 0.0578 60.2

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: #492C12;
color: #492C12;
border-color: #492C12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #492C12?

RGB(73, 44, 18) · HSL(28.4, 60.4%, 17.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.7%, 75.3%, 71.4%)

Does #492C12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.71:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #492C12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #492C12 background; contrast on black is 1.65:1.