#492E17

#492E17

Color Values

HEX

#492E17

RGB

73, 46, 23

HSL

27.6, 52.1%, 18.8%

HSV

27.6, 68.5%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.0%, 68.5%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3286 0.0533 59.8

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: #492E17;
color: #492E17;
border-color: #492E17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.45:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #492E17?

RGB(73, 46, 23) · HSL(27.6, 52.1%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.0%, 68.5%, 71.4%)

Does #492E17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.45:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #492E17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #492E17 background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.