#492C1B

#492C1B

Overview

#492C1B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 73, 44, 27, in HSL 22.2°, 46.0%, 19.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.7%, 63.0%, 71.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#492C1B

RGB

73, 44, 27

HSL

22.2, 46.0%, 19.6%

HSV

22.2, 63.0%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.7%, 63.0%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3249 0.0512 50.5

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: #492C1B;
color: #492C1B;
border-color: #492C1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.66:1

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 #492C1B?

RGB(73, 44, 27) · HSL(22.2, 46.0%, 19.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.7%, 63.0%, 71.4%)

Does #492C1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #492C1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #492C1B background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.