#492C19

#492C19

Color Values

HEX

#492C19

RGB

73, 44, 25

HSL

23.8, 49.0%, 19.2%

HSV

23.8, 65.8%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.7%, 65.8%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3245 0.0527 53.1

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: #492C19;
color: #492C19;
border-color: #492C19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #492C19?

RGB(73, 44, 25) · HSL(23.8, 49.0%, 19.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.7%, 65.8%, 71.4%)

Does #492C19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #492C19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #492C19 background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.